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HJ62 VUU

2012 Land Rover Discovery

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Sep 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

103,615 mi
Last recorded103,615 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Land Rover Discovery85,838 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ62 VUU
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2025 103,615 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 3 Sep 2024 92,953 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively o/s and n/s (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s and n/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 2 Sep 2024 92,952 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively o/s and n/s (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s and n/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Sep 2023 85,615 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 21 Sep 2022 78,248 miles

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

Fail 20 Sep 2022 78,247 miles

Central Rear Prop shaft bearing excessively worn (6.1.7 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 255/55/19 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 23 Sep 2021 71,440 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively o/s and n/s (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Sep 2021 71,438 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively o/s and n/s (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2020 66,789 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2019 61,134 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2018 53,241 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 43,936 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 34,348 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 19,220 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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HJ62 VUU is a 2012 Land Rover Discovery in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HJ62 VUU, 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 HJ62 VUU registered?

HJ62 VUU is a 2012 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 28 September 2012.

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