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BJ52 EUP

2002 Land Rover Discovery

Blue Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2024
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

124,613 mi
Last recorded124,613 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2023
Typical for 2002 Land Rover Discovery106,192 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ52 EUP
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2023 124,613 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases in front of rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 25 Aug 2023 124,604 miles

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear mudguard bracket loose

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 14 Sep 2022 118,382 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 14 Sep 2022 118,376 miles

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

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Nov 2021 112,640 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2020 104,040 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2020 104,002 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 5 Nov 2019 94,932 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2018 87,208 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

unable to see front pads suspect they may be wearing thin

Pass 9 Nov 2017 80,973 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2017 80,973 miles

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

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)

Pass 17 Nov 2016 72,649 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2015 66,991 miles

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

exhaust rusty

Pass 21 Nov 2014 64,903 miles

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

Oil leak

chassis surface rust

exhaust rusty

Pass 22 Nov 2013 62,459 miles

Oil leak

chassis surface rust

exhaust rusty

Fail 23 Nov 2012 60,687 miles

Centre Rear Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Oil leak

chassis surface rust

Pass 23 Nov 2012 60,687 miles

Oil leak

chassis surface rust

Pass 18 Nov 2011 57,895 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Oil leak

surface rust brake discs x4

Pass 11 Nov 2010 55,190 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

all brake discs worn

Pass 12 Nov 2009 53,227 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 13 Nov 2008 49,749 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Pass 6 Nov 2007 45,097 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2006 36,071 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 Nov 2006 36,071 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2005 23,766 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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BJ52 EUP is a 2002 Land Rover Discovery in Blue with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 BJ52 EUP, 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

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What year was BJ52 EUP registered?

BJ52 EUP is a 2002 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 27 September 2002.

Is BJ52 EUP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ52 EUP shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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