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FAC 126Y

1983 Land Rover Discovery

Green Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

143,743 mi
Last recorded143,743 miles
Recorded on9 May 2007
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFAC 126Y
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year1983
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 9 May 2007 143,743 miles

chip in screen. †general brakepipe corrosion. †general body corrosion. †wear in steering links. †vaious oil leaks.

Pass 1 Feb 2006 139,766 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

heavy soiling throughout underside of vehicle

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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FAC 126Y is a 1983 Land Rover Discovery in Green with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FAC 126Y, 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 43 years old, this Land Rover Discovery is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of FAC 126Y?

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What year was FAC 126Y registered?

FAC 126Y is a 1983 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 20 April 1983.

Is FAC 126Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for FAC 126Y shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FAC 126Y have outstanding finance?

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