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BV58 RBY

2008 Land Rover Discovery

Grey Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Sep 2026
Tests25 (15 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

232,323 mi
Last recorded232,323 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Land Rover Discovery100,970 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV58 RBY
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

15 pass 10 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 232,323 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2025 232,323 miles

Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded both front (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam both front (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Aug 2024 225,765 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2024 225,765 miles

Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened both rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 22 Aug 2023 220,703 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 22 Aug 2023 220,703 miles

Nearside Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2022 209,449 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front bottom arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Aug 2022 209,449 miles

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

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front bottom arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2021 199,301 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 188,934 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 8 Sep 2020 188,934 miles

Fuel tank insecure (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 20 Aug 2019 170,502 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2019 170,502 miles

Prop shaft bearing housing insecure (6.1.7 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive that directional control is impaired (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Aug 2018 146,042 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2018 146,042 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2017 124,089 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 104,755 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2016 104,755 miles

Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended both front wishbones (2.4.F.3)

Nearside Rear Upper Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended arm (2.4.F.3)

Pass 24 Aug 2015 84,762 miles

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

Fail 13 Aug 2015 84,762 miles

Offside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended top bush (2.4.F.3)

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

Pass 13 Aug 2014 64,449 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 48,610 miles

Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 3 Sep 2012 35,549 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2011 22,474 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Sep 2011 22,474 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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BV58 RBY is a 2008 Land Rover Discovery in Grey with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2008 Land Rover Discovery models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.3% with a typical mileage of 100,970 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 BV58 RBY, 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 18 years old, this Land Rover Discovery is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BV58 RBY registered?

BV58 RBY is a 2008 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 1 September 2008.

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