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BN08 ZRL

2008 Land Rover Discovery

Silver Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

140,858 mi
Last recorded140,858 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Land Rover Discovery100,970 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN08 ZRL
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 140,858 miles

Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both sills (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Surface corrosion throughout chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Towbar component corroded, but not excessively (6.1.6 (a))

Pass 26 Mar 2025 129,792 miles

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge VERY CLOSE TO LEGAL LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sill - Surface corrosion throughout (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis - Surface corrosion throughout (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge VERY CLOSE TO LEGAL LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sill - Surface corrosion throughout (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis - Surface corrosion throughout (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2024 117,343 miles

undertray fitted obstructing the inspection of testable items

Pass 1 Mar 2023 112,312 miles

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component inner rack areas damp with oil (2.1.5 (a))

belly pan and side skirts fitted

Pass 14 Mar 2022 104,019 miles

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

Fail 3 Mar 2022 103,987 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front rear ( possible further issue under heat shield (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 9 Mar 2021 101,034 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2020 100,045 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2019 96,445 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2018 93,219 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 88,362 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 82,713 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 79,855 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 Feb 2014 73,107 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Mar 2013 63,309 miles

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 30 Mar 2012 50,212 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2012 50,169 miles

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

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

Fail 3 Feb 2011 32,971 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 3 Feb 2011 32,971 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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BN08 ZRL is a 2008 Land Rover Discovery in Silver with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 BN08 ZRL, 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.

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What year was BN08 ZRL registered?

BN08 ZRL is a 2008 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 19 March 2008.

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