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BU51 HWN

2001 Land Rover Discovery

Silver Lpg 3950cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2022
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

143,002 mi
Last recorded143,002 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2021
Typical for 2001 Land Rover Discovery109,579 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU51 HWN
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typeLpg
Engine3,950cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2021 143,002 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2020 138,215 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2019 131,322 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2019 131,322 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 11 Oct 2017 125,580 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2017 125,572 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 6 Sep 2016 122,721 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 113,628 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2015 113,628 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 27 May 2014 100,947 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 98,663 miles

Oil leak

Pass 15 May 2012 95,019 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 90,713 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 86,419 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 81,698 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 78,123 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 74,029 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 70,590 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 HWN is a 2001 Land Rover Discovery in Silver with a 3,950cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 HWN, 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 HWN registered?

BU51 HWN is a 2001 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 3 September 2001.

Is BU51 HWN safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU51 HWN shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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