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DN08 PLV

2008 Land Rover Discovery

Grey Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Oct 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

93,541 mi
Last recorded93,541 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Land Rover Discovery100,970 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN08 PLV
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2025 93,541 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both worn inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both chassis rails (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both under sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2024 88,554 miles

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

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

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

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

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both chassis rails (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both under sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2023 84,193 miles

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

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both chassis rails (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2022 80,936 miles

both chassis rails slightly corroded

offside rear metal brake pipe slightly corroded

Pass 13 Jul 2021 77,432 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2020 76,551 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 22 Jul 2019 74,441 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

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

Pass 5 Jul 2018 69,355 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2018 69,355 miles

Central Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 26 Jun 2017 65,026 miles

n/s front brake hose slight twist

o/s front to rear brake pipe corroded

power steering fluid near minimum level mark

Pass 20 Jun 2016 59,612 miles

offside front tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 6 Jul 2015 53,430 miles

Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Jul 2014 48,016 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 43,122 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 3 Jul 2013 43,122 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Jul 2012 34,481 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 25,108 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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DN08 PLV is a 2008 Land Rover Discovery in Grey with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 DN08 PLV, 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 DN08 PLV registered?

DN08 PLV is a 2008 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 25 June 2008.

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