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DG08 XMF

2008 Land Rover Discovery

Black Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2025
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

237,048 mi
Last recorded237,048 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2024
Typical for 2008 Land Rover Discovery100,970 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG08 XMF
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2024 237,048 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

OFFSIDE FRONT TYRE WORN ON INNER EDGE

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2023 230,411 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

SURFACE CORROSSION ON CHASSIS

Pass 19 Dec 2022 224,030 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Dec 2021 217,859 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

general surface corrossion on suspension components

Pass 8 Dec 2020 211,078 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

surface corrossion on suspension components

Pass 18 Dec 2019 205,772 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2018 203,648 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2017 192,963 miles

Offside Front Outer Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Fail 6 Nov 2017 192,903 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

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

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

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

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

Offside Front Outer Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 17 Jun 2016 173,791 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 154,438 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 130,436 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 108,299 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Mar 2012 80,328 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 7 Mar 2011 55,321 miles

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

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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DG08 XMF is a 2008 Land Rover Discovery in Black with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 DG08 XMF, 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 DG08 XMF registered?

DG08 XMF is a 2008 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 12 March 2008.

Is DG08 XMF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG08 XMF shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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