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FV57 VXX

2008 Land Rover Discovery

Grey Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2021
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

146,901 mi
Last recorded146,901 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2020
Typical for 2008 Land Rover Discovery100,970 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV57 VXX
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 8 Dec 2020 146,901 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 2 Oct 2019 146,162 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2018 144,065 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Feb 2018 140,650 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Mar 2017 134,159 miles

Central Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded two pipes (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

engine covers fitted obscuring some components

under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 24 Nov 2015 123,239 miles

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

Pass 14 Jan 2015 116,939 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 13 Jan 2014 82,991 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2013 49,513 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

all wheel rims worn/damaged

play in n/s/f tie rod joint

play in o/s/f tie rod joint

Pass 15 Dec 2011 28,857 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2010 22,771 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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FV57 VXX is a 2008 Land Rover Discovery in Grey with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FV57 VXX, 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 FV57 VXX?

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What year was FV57 VXX registered?

FV57 VXX is a 2008 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 9 January 2008.

Is FV57 VXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV57 VXX shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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