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GU12 XZW

2012 Land Rover Discovery

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2022
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

132,693 mi
Last recorded132,693 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2021
Typical for 2012 Land Rover Discovery85,838 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU12 XZW
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2021 132,693 miles

Front tyres worn

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear parking brake efficiency low

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2020 115,767 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 94,942 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 71,427 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 49,916 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2016 45,757 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2015 35,375 miles

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

Fail 1 Dec 2015 35,375 miles

Headlamp cleaning device inoperative low fluid level (1.7.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (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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GU12 XZW is a 2012 Land Rover Discovery in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2012 Land Rover Discovery models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.8% with a typical mileage of 85,838 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 GU12 XZW, 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 14 years old, this Land Rover Discovery is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GU12 XZW registered?

GU12 XZW is a 2012 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 29 March 2012.

Is GU12 XZW safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU12 XZW shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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