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J39 SKV

1992 Land Rover Discovery

Black Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2017
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

99,372 mi
Last recorded99,372 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2016
Typical for 1992 Land Rover Discovery144,536 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ39 SKV
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2016 99,372 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2016 99,372 miles

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)

Pass 23 Feb 2015 97,000 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 96,100 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2013 95,438 miles

oil leak

Pass 9 Feb 2011 904,500 miles

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Jan 2010 83,338 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2009 73,346 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2009 73,324 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 Jan 2008 69,880 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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J39 SKV is a 1992 Land Rover Discovery in Black with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1992 Land Rover Discovery models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.7% with a typical mileage of 144,536 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 J39 SKV, 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 34 years old, this Land Rover Discovery is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J39 SKV registered?

J39 SKV is a 1992 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 24 February 1992.

Is J39 SKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for J39 SKV shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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