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K518 SBJ

1992 Land Rover Discovery

White Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2024
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

165,724 mi
Last recorded165,724 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2023
Typical for 1992 Land Rover Discovery144,536 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK518 SBJ
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2023 165,724 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor around grommet (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Steering column flexible coupling is slightly deteriorated (2.2.2 (c))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres cracked and perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

vehicle has been modified for off road use

Fail 9 Dec 2023 165,724 miles

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

Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle tyres rubbing on trailing arms (5.2.3 (f))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor around grommet (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Steering column flexible coupling is slightly deteriorated (2.2.2 (c))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres cracked and perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

vehicle has been modified for off road use

Fail 4 Mar 2009 159,511 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Oil leak

Steering box damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 4 Mar 2009 159,511 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Steering box damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 11 Mar 2008 146,296 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2008 146,296 miles

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 4 May 2007 132,365 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2007 132,171 miles

Nearside front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 20 Oct 2006 122,713 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2006 122,675 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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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K518 SBJ is a 1992 Land Rover Discovery in White with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 K518 SBJ, 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 K518 SBJ registered?

K518 SBJ is a 1992 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 30 December 1992.

Is K518 SBJ safe to buy?

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