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BU51 HPN

2001 Land Rover Discovery

Gold Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2024
Tests28 (17 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate60.7%

Mileage

155,405 mi
Last recorded155,405 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2023
Typical for 2001 Land Rover Discovery109,579 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU51 HPN
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2001
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

17 pass 11 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2023 155,405 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Jun 2023 155,324 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis in 2 areas marked (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint likely to become detached insecure (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2022 152,536 miles

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

nearside front brake slightly binding

nearside front of sill body mounting corroded

Fail 13 Jun 2022 152,529 miles

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

nearside front brake slightly binding

nearside front of sill body mounting corroded

Pass 30 Jun 2021 150,835 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis rail near cross member under bell housing (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 30 Jun 2021 150,835 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis rail near cross member under bell housing (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2019 147,033 miles

Front part of prop-shaft under strain incorrect angle due to modified suspension

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle height levelling device defective

No spare wheel

Offside Front Brake flexible hose insecure no retaining clip

Rear Both rear anti-roll bar drop links under strain due to altered vehicle height

Vehicle excessively covered in mood making it difficult to inspect for corrosion

Fail 2 Jul 2019 147,025 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively stretched Excessively stretched when vehicle raised (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively stretched Excessively stretched when vehicle raised (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

No spare wheel

Front part of prop-shaft under strain incorrect angle due to modified suspension

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle height levelling device defective

Offside Front Brake flexible hose insecure no retaining clip

Rear Both rear anti-roll bar drop links under strain due to altered vehicle height

Vehicle excessively covered in mood making it difficult to inspect for corrosion

Pass 5 Jul 2018 141,813 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 132,821 miles
Fail 24 May 2017 132,817 miles

Front Inner Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 26 May 2016 123,718 miles

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

Fail 24 May 2016 123,719 miles

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

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Pass 26 May 2015 116,787 miles
Fail 21 May 2015 116,787 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 23 May 2014 109,941 miles
Fail 23 May 2014 109,941 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2013 99,772 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 91,019 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 78,401 miles

Nearside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Fail 16 May 2011 78,201 miles

Nearside Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Upper Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 25 May 2010 67,308 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 58,268 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 46,019 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2007 43,483 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2007 43,483 miles

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

Power steering pump leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 17 Oct 2006 35,424 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2006 35,423 miles

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

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 HPN is a 2001 Land Rover Discovery in Gold with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60.7%.

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 HPN, 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 HPN is a 2001 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 4 September 2001.

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