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BU51 GZD

2001 Land Rover Discovery

Black Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

87,578 mi
Last recorded87,578 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2013
Typical for 2001 Land Rover Discovery109,579 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2013 87,578 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Apr 2013 86,725 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Fail 12 Feb 2013 86,276 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

engine oil low

Pass 2 Feb 2012 79,706 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2011 69,195 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jan 2010 59,928 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2009 52,548 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2008 43,793 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2007 34,270 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 GZD is a 2001 Land Rover Discovery in Black with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 GZD, 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

How do I check the history of BU51 GZD?

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What year was BU51 GZD registered?

BU51 GZD is a 2001 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 20 September 2001.

Is BU51 GZD safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU51 GZD shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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