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GP08 EXV

2008 Land Rover Discovery

Grey Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

132,413 mi
Last recorded132,413 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Land Rover Discovery100,970 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP08 EXV
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 132,413 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Cab steps ring insecure (6.2.8 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 22 Jan 2025 123,165 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Jan 2025 123,165 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Lower Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2024 116,717 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2023 106,901 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2023 106,897 miles

Power steering inoperative and steering adversely affected steering locking up in operation (2.1.5 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Fail 13 Dec 2022 106,876 miles

Offside Front Steering column universal joint has excessive wear or play adversely affecting steering (2.2.2 (c))

Suspension system inoperative (5.3.5 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Trailer electrical socket wiring insulation damaged or deteriorated bracket damaged (4.10 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Dec 2021 102,929 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Dec 2020 97,768 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jun 2019 96,185 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 93,679 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2017 90,112 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2017 89,869 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 17 Jun 2016 85,659 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2016 85,659 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Jun 2015 81,508 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 70,593 miles

Nearside Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Offside Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Pass 14 May 2013 57,847 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 47,030 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2011 33,891 miles

near side front tyre wearing on outer edge

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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GP08 EXV is a 2008 Land Rover Discovery in Grey with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GP08 EXV, 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 GP08 EXV registered?

GP08 EXV is a 2008 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 25 July 2008.

Is GP08 EXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP08 EXV shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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