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K893 XUR

1992 Land Rover Discovery

Bronze Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

124,832 mi
Last recorded124,832 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2026
Typical for 1992 Land Rover Discovery144,536 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK893 XUR
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year1992
ColourBronze
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2026 124,832 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2025 112,879 miles

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

some corrosion to rear floorpan

Pass 19 Aug 2024 100,277 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sill body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

long foot brake travel efficency o k

Fail 15 Aug 2024 100,258 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis in front of spring mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture to flexible hose (1.1.11 (a)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sill body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2023 100,028 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2022 99,693 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2021 98,888 miles

vehicle has had extensive welding to the sills . Corrosion to inner wings in engine bay, not in prescribed areas

Pass 15 Sep 2020 96,655 miles

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside front footwell floor corroded not affecting prescribed areas

Pass 2 Oct 2019 96,336 miles

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2018 95,915 miles

Corrosion to inner wings in engine bay, not in prescribed areas

Extensive welding to sills

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2017 95,502 miles

Both front inner wings corroded outside of prescribed areas

Extensive welding to sills

Pass 7 Oct 2016 94,523 miles

Front inner wings corroded but not in prescribed areas

Numerous welded repairs around the inner sills and floor

Pass 17 Sep 2015 93,307 miles

Numerous welded repairs around the vehicle

Pass 4 Oct 2014 92,387 miles

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside front inner wing corroded, not in prescribed areas

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 7 Oct 2013 89,690 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2012 86,675 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 4 Oct 2011 83,214 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 9 Oct 2010 82,037 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2009 78,588 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 74,559 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2007 70,269 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 4 Oct 2006 65,274 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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K893 XUR is a 1992 Land Rover Discovery in Bronze with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 K893 XUR, 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.

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What year was K893 XUR registered?

K893 XUR is a 1992 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 19 November 1992.

Is K893 XUR safe to buy?

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