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FE59 VXU

2009 Land Rover Discovery

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

128,489 mi
Last recorded128,489 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Land Rover Discovery96,362 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE59 VXU
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 128,489 miles

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All Round (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Nov 2024 123,247 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2023 119,270 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2022 115,650 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2021 111,799 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 1 Nov 2021 111,799 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 26 Oct 2020 109,576 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 105,480 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 102,422 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2018 102,412 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Mar 2017 98,467 miles

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

Nearside Front tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 25 Mar 2016 94,700 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 89,452 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2015 89,482 miles

Nearside Rear 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)

Pass 5 Aug 2013 80,959 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 64,226 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2012 64,226 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (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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FE59 VXU is a 2009 Land Rover Discovery in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2009 Land Rover Discovery models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 96,362 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 FE59 VXU, 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 17 years old, this Land Rover Discovery is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FE59 VXU?

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What year was FE59 VXU registered?

FE59 VXU is a 2009 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 8 October 2009.

Is FE59 VXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE59 VXU shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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