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DA08 WVR

2008 Land Rover Discovery

Black Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

133,294 mi
Last recorded133,294 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2025
Typical for 2008 Land Rover Discovery100,970 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA08 WVR
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2025 133,294 miles

Front Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

General corrosion to under-body and suspension components

Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Side repeater insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Dec 2023 130,649 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Front Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated central bush (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front fog lamp inoperative

Nearside Rear Upper Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported close to rear suspension support (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear reverse lamp inoperative

all underside of vehicle undersealed

Fail 15 Dec 2023 130,647 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test interior mirror ()

Front Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated central bush (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front fog lamp inoperative

Nearside Rear Upper Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported close to rear suspension support (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front brake flex hose support loose but supports pipe

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear reverse lamp inoperative

all underside of vehicle undersealed

Pass 27 Jan 2023 127,806 miles

Reverse lights not working.

Pass 26 Jan 2022 123,049 miles

under-body sealant applied

Fail 24 Jan 2022 123,047 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sills

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

fuel tank support corroded

Pass 15 Jan 2021 118,753 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 23 Jan 2020 114,677 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2020 114,468 miles

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

Pass 25 Jan 2019 109,023 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2019 108,893 miles

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn inner bush, marked yellow (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2018 102,507 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2018 102,343 miles

Nearside Rear reflector not red in colour (1.5.1d)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear reflector not red in colour (1.5.1d)

Pass 12 Jan 2017 93,969 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2016 85,153 miles

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

Pass 7 Feb 2015 77,756 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 71,391 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 62,493 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2012 47,872 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Jul 2012 47,872 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 35,106 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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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DA08 WVR is a 2008 Land Rover Discovery in Black with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 DA08 WVR, 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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DA08 WVR is a 2008 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 25 June 2008.

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