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BMZ 8427

2008 Land Rover Discovery

Black Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

206,946 mi
Last recorded206,946 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2023
Typical for 2008 Land Rover Discovery100,970 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBMZ 8427
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2023 206,946 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2022 201,865 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2021 196,256 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Oct 2020 190,476 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2019 168,632 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 139,820 miles

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Fail 28 Apr 2018 139,820 miles

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 29 Apr 2017 104,310 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 77,718 miles
Fail 9 May 2016 77,717 miles

Centre Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush inner (2.4.G.2)

Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle tail gate (6.2.B.1c)

N/S/F Fog lamp has condensation

Rear propshaft center bush split

Pass 16 May 2015 62,042 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 51,282 miles
Fail 2 May 2014 51,282 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 26 Apr 2013 43,445 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 35,425 miles

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

both front steering arms have slight play at joints.

Pass 13 Apr 2011 26,003 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside 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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BMZ 8427 is a 2008 Land Rover Discovery in Black with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2008 Land Rover Discovery models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.3% with a typical mileage of 100,970 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 BMZ 8427, 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 18 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 BMZ 8427 registered?

BMZ 8427 is a 2008 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 14 April 2008.

Is BMZ 8427 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BMZ 8427 shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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