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DK08 YSP

2008 Land Rover Discovery

Silver Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2020
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

214,094 mi
Last recorded214,094 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2019
Typical for 2008 Land Rover Discovery100,970 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK08 YSP
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2019 214,094 miles

all under body cover and sill cover fitted

sills slightly corroded

Pass 22 Jan 2018 191,541 miles

Front registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Oil leak ()

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 5 Jan 2018 191,537 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush inner bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour hole in lens (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Oil leak ()

Pass 5 Jan 2017 175,088 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 138,520 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 120,053 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 103,338 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 81,258 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 58,330 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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DK08 YSP is a 2008 Land Rover Discovery in Silver with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 DK08 YSP, 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

How do I check the history of DK08 YSP?

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What year was DK08 YSP registered?

DK08 YSP is a 2008 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is DK08 YSP safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK08 YSP shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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