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AZ252FG

2001 Land Rover Discovery

Black Diesel 2880cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2023
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

117,096 mi
Last recorded117,096 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2022
Typical for 2001 Land Rover Discovery109,579 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAZ252FG
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,880cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2022 117,096 miles

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front & rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension component corroded

under body covered in under seal

Fail 16 Jun 2022 117,096 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front & rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension component corroded

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

under body covered in under seal

Fail 12 Nov 2019 114,099 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension unit leaking (5.3.5 (c))

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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AZ252FG is a 2001 Land Rover Discovery in Black with a 2,880cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 2001 Land Rover Discovery models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.3% with a typical mileage of 109,579 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AZ252FG, 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 25 years old, this Land Rover Discovery is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AZ252FG registered?

AZ252FG is a 2001 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 20 February 2001.

Is AZ252FG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AZ252FG shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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