MOT Status
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154,251 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
Brake lever pivots slightly worn (1.1.1 (b))
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
Nearside Front Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
Offside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
Underbody seal applied over most components including repaired areas.
Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Cross member (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Offside Front Suspension pipe damaged or deteriorated and function is seriously affected (5.3.5 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (1.1.2 (c))
Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS
Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Offside Rear Upper Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
Offside Rear Upper Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fuel system component leaking pump pipes (6.1.3 (b) (i))
Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Nearside Inner Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Offside Inner Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Nearside Inner Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Offside Inner Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS
Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS
Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
front and rear tyre treads are worn unevenly on the inner edges
knock in the steering
slight oil leak
Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
front and rear tyre treads are worn unevenly on the inner edges
knock in the steering
slight oil leak
Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
covers fitted under engine area restricting the view of testable items
rear seats not in use at time of test
How Reliable is the Land Rover Discovery?
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BJ52 EWC is a 2002 Land Rover Discovery in Black with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 31 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.5%.
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 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 BJ52 EWC, 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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BJ52 EWC is a 2002 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 22 October 2002.
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