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KX59 XAP

2009 Land Rover Discovery

Grey Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2016
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

144,185 mi
Last recorded144,185 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2015
Typical for 2009 Land Rover Discovery96,362 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX59 XAP
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2015 144,185 miles

play in o/s/r upper inner suspension bush to limits at time of test

screen chipped zone "a"

Fail 2 Oct 2015 143,683 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

Front registration plate faded (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

park brake motor very noisy

play in o/s/r upper inner suspension bush to limits at time of test

screen chipped zone "a"

Pass 25 Sep 2014 117,701 miles

front pads low

o/s/r upper suspension arm inner bush worn to limit at time of test

rear metal brake pipes above axle corroded

Fail 24 Sep 2014 117,682 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

front pads worn

metal brake pipes above rear axle very corroded ADVISE clean and inspection and replacement if required!!

o/s/r upper suspension arm inner bush worn to limit at time of test

Pass 8 Oct 2013 96,113 miles

both rear tyres have several cuts in tread (not to cords)

both rear tyres worn low

n/s/f tyre worn centre and both edges close to limits

o/s/f tyre worn centre and inside edge close to limits

Fail 27 Sep 2013 95,874 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

both rear tyres have several cuts in tread (not to cords)

both rear tyres worn low

n/s/f tyre worn centre and both edges close to limits

o/s/f tyre worn centre and inside edge close to limits

Pass 28 Sep 2012 73,504 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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KX59 XAP is a 2009 Land Rover Discovery in Grey with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2009 Land Rover Discovery models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 96,362 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 KX59 XAP, 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 17 years old, this Land Rover Discovery is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KX59 XAP registered?

KX59 XAP is a 2009 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is KX59 XAP safe to buy?

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