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GU59 KDZ

2009 Land Rover Discovery

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

119,108 mi
Last recorded119,108 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Land Rover Discovery96,362 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU59 KDZ
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Fail 10 Dec 2025 119,108 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level significantly below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Brake fluid not visible (1.1.10 (d) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material outer both (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 6 Dec 2024 116,720 miles

Nearside Front Body panel slightly loose wheel arch (6.2.1 (a) (i))

travel on break pedel

Pass 28 Nov 2023 114,194 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2022 112,108 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2022 112,108 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Nov 2021 110,433 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Nov 2020 108,411 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 May 2019 106,012 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 97,531 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 16 May 2018 97,531 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak ()

Pass 7 Jul 2017 88,754 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

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

Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 21 Jul 2016 78,490 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 64,308 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 46,082 miles

Rear row seats unable to check.

Pass 30 Jul 2013 35,420 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 33,757 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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GU59 KDZ is a 2009 Land Rover Discovery in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2009 Land Rover Discovery models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 96,362 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 GU59 KDZ, 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

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What year was GU59 KDZ registered?

GU59 KDZ is a 2009 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 1 September 2009.

Is GU59 KDZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU59 KDZ shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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