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AY52 LXK

2002 Land Rover Discovery

Blue Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Dec 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

122,826 mi
Last recorded122,826 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2025
Typical for 2002 Land Rover Discovery106,192 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY52 LXK
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2025 122,826 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2024 119,699 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Jan 2023 119,665 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2021 119,577 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2019 119,140 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2018 118,856 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 115,870 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 113,128 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 31 Jul 2015 102,078 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2015 102,047 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Upper Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 4 Sep 2014 96,253 miles

Nearside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 3 Sep 2013 87,184 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 77,373 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2012 77,373 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 9 Sep 2011 66,235 miles

Both Rear tyres wearing close to limit

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Sep 2010 53,033 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2010 53,033 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 9 Sep 2009 42,428 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 38,427 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 34,550 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 30,672 miles

How Reliable is the Land Rover Discovery?

Based on 4,388,972 MOT tests across 325,470 vehicles.

72.7%
Pass Rate
6,904
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
325,470
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 153,632
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 141,712
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 136,366
position lamp(s) not working 91,214
Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 88,089
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AY52 LXK is a 2002 Land Rover Discovery in Blue with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2002 Land Rover Discovery models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 106,192 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Land Rover Discovery fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 153,632 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AY52 LXK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover Discovery typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 24 years old, this Land Rover Discovery is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AY52 LXK?

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What year was AY52 LXK registered?

AY52 LXK is a 2002 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 19 September 2002.

Is AY52 LXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY52 LXK shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AY52 LXK have outstanding finance?

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