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BU51 GOA

2001 Land Rover Discovery

Black Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2019
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

127,992 mi
Last recorded127,992 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2018
Typical for 2001 Land Rover Discovery109,579 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU51 GOA
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2018 127,992 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 127,518 miles
Fail 13 May 2017 127,518 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

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

Offside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear bumper damaged

Rear corroied

Pass 15 May 2013 127,450 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2011 125,967 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2010 118,381 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 105,452 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 96,052 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2008 99,973 miles

Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

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

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

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

Fail 19 Jun 2007 150,808 miles

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

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 19 Jun 2007 150,808 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 86,449 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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BU51 GOA is a 2001 Land Rover Discovery in Black with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2001 Land Rover Discovery models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.3% with a typical mileage of 109,579 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 BU51 GOA, 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 25 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 BU51 GOA registered?

BU51 GOA is a 2001 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is BU51 GOA safe to buy?

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