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HG62 FRJ

2012 Land Rover Discovery

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Dec 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

172,057 mi
Last recorded172,057 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Land Rover Discovery85,838 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG62 FRJ
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2025 172,057 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2024 146,513 miles

Central Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2023 126,457 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin close to sensor (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Central Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2022 106,974 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Mar 2021 101,988 miles

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

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 8 Mar 2021 101,988 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Fail 12 Feb 2021 101,962 miles

Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Feb 2019 101,849 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Dec 2017 96,128 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2016 75,277 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL ROUND (3.5.1i)

Pass 30 Oct 2015 50,215 miles

3x child seats fitted

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

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

unable to carry out emissions test

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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HG62 FRJ is a 2012 Land Rover Discovery in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 HG62 FRJ, 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 HG62 FRJ registered?

HG62 FRJ is a 2012 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 29 November 2012.

Is HG62 FRJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG62 FRJ shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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