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KX12 UDV

2012 Land Rover Discovery

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Sep 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

113,661 mi
Last recorded113,661 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Land Rover Discovery85,838 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX12 UDV
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2025 113,661 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2024 107,823 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2024 107,818 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested offside front tyre dangerous (1.2.1 (g))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Aug 2023 100,522 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2022 90,959 miles

Nearside Front Front passenger door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Pass 26 Aug 2021 78,739 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2020 68,297 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 27 Aug 2020 68,297 miles

Electronic parking brake warning indicates a malfunction (1.1.6 (e))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Aug 2020 68,172 miles

Electronic parking brake control inoperative (1.1.6 (d))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

rear wiper blade split

Pass 29 Aug 2019 58,139 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 83,141 miles

suspension fault on dashboard display

Pass 25 Aug 2017 42,909 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 34,987 miles

Child seat fitted so unable to fully test adult seatbelts.

Pass 10 Jun 2015 26,943 miles

n/s number plate lamp insecure

Fail 10 Jun 2015 26,941 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.D.4)

n/s number plate lamp insecure

Pass 18 May 2015 26,918 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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KX12 UDV is a 2012 Land Rover Discovery in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 KX12 UDV, 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

How do I check the history of KX12 UDV?

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What year was KX12 UDV registered?

KX12 UDV is a 2012 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 3 May 2012.

Is KX12 UDV safe to buy?

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