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FE08 WXW

2008 Land Rover Discovery

Blue Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

120,538 mi
Last recorded120,538 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2023
Typical for 2008 Land Rover Discovery100,970 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE08 WXW
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2023 120,538 miles

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

Pass 24 Jan 2022 113,880 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 12 Jan 2021 106,780 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2020 101,302 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2019 91,323 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2018 83,168 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 25 Jan 2017 73,742 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Jan 2017 73,742 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 2 Feb 2016 65,614 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 57,511 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2015 57,507 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 13 Feb 2014 50,331 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 42,497 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 34,246 miles

Inner Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 21 Feb 2011 27,343 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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FE08 WXW is a 2008 Land Rover Discovery in Blue with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 FE08 WXW, 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 FE08 WXW registered?

FE08 WXW is a 2008 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is FE08 WXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE08 WXW shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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