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K48 FRS

1992 Land Rover Discovery

Black Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2013
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

168,977 mi
Last recorded168,977 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2012
Typical for 1992 Land Rover Discovery144,536 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK48 FRS
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2012 168,977 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2012 168,960 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Intermediate drop arm insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Pass 28 Oct 2011 164,729 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 11 Oct 2010 160,682 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009 156,613 miles

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

Fail 9 Oct 2009 156,613 miles

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Offside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 20 Oct 2008 153,440 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

various parts of body showing slight corosion and has previous weld repairs

Fail 17 Oct 2008 153,440 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Offside Rear passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.3)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 18 Oct 2007 149,712 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2006 145,142 miles

corrosion is apparent various parts of under side and vehicle has had extensive welding in the past.

Fail 7 Oct 2006 145,137 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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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K48 FRS is a 1992 Land Rover Discovery in Black with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 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 K48 FRS, 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 K48 FRS registered?

K48 FRS is a 1992 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 1 August 1992.

Is K48 FRS safe to buy?

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