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DE08 ZGK

2008 Land Rover Discovery

Grey Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

131,641 mi
Last recorded131,641 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Land Rover Discovery100,970 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE08 ZGK
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 131,641 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2024 122,927 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2023 117,174 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 8 Sep 2022 108,809 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material two (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 6 Sep 2021 101,760 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 99,595 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge NEEDS REPLACING (5.2.3 (e))

rear tyres uneven wear

Pass 5 Apr 2019 91,217 miles

advise rear tyres worn on edges

Pass 18 Apr 2018 88,117 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 84,412 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 78,668 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 74,240 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2015 74,234 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 16 Apr 2014 68,356 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 61,122 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2012 49,755 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2011 36,714 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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DE08 ZGK is a 2008 Land Rover Discovery in Grey with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 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 DE08 ZGK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DE08 ZGK registered?

DE08 ZGK is a 2008 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 30 April 2008.

Is DE08 ZGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE08 ZGK shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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