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BG52 YXN

2002 Land Rover Discovery

Blue Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2021
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

163,590 mi
Last recorded163,590 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2020
Typical for 2002 Land Rover Discovery106,192 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG52 YXN
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2020 163,590 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

covers & shields fitted

rear chassis slightly corroded

Pass 14 May 2019 152,979 miles

Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Brake prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive abs pump (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive trans,diffs (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Pass 24 May 2018 141,327 miles

Nearside Front Brake prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wing abs pump (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Offside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wing (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive front and rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive gear box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 23 May 2018 141,325 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Steering box leaking to the extent that oil is dripping (2.1.1 (e) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wing abs pump (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Offside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wing (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive front and rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive gear box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 31 May 2017 124,818 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 109,709 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 94,457 miles

Oil leak

Fail 3 Jun 2015 94,457 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Steering box has a significant oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Oil leak

Pass 13 Jun 2014 86,057 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 81,698 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2012 78,931 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2012 78,931 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Nov 2011 74,233 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2011 74,233 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Pass 6 Nov 2010 65,782 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2009 58,612 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2008 52,141 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2007 45,598 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2006 38,919 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2005 31,393 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2005 31,593 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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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BG52 YXN 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 76.2%.

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 BG52 YXN, 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.

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What year was BG52 YXN registered?

BG52 YXN is a 2002 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 29 November 2002.

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