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BU51 HDH

2001 Land Rover Discovery

Green Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2019
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

169,868 mi
Last recorded169,868 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2018
Typical for 2001 Land Rover Discovery109,579 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU51 HDH
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2018 169,868 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2017 162,711 miles

o/s wiper slightly deteriated

Fail 22 Nov 2017 162,632 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired repair plate is alloy and was not secured [only glued on] (2.4.A.3)

o/s wiper slightly deteriated

Pass 1 Nov 2016 155,459 miles

Offside Front tyre has very little tread depth on inner edge

has a small damage to nearside of windscreen

Pass 17 Nov 2015 146,222 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion both sides rear around body mounts (6.1.B.2)

front cross brace below radiator is badly corroded

Fail 10 Nov 2015 146,034 miles

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings outter (6.1.B.2)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion both sides rear around body mounts (6.1.B.2)

front cross brace below radiator is badly corroded

Pass 26 Nov 2014 136,195 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2014 135,824 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

nearside front orange marker light not working

Pass 18 Nov 2013 126,253 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

small cracks starting on offside front tyre inner wall no cords showing

Fail 6 Nov 2013 125,835 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 20 Nov 2012 116,712 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2011 107,292 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2010 98,256 miles

Nearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 22 Nov 2010 98,256 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Dec 2009 88,267 miles

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

Fail 25 Nov 2009 88,143 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 27 Nov 2008 79,318 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 27 Nov 2007 70,790 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2006 61,420 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2005 50,798 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 HDH is a 2001 Land Rover Discovery in Green with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 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 BU51 HDH, 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.

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BU51 HDH is a 2001 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 19 September 2001.

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