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L9 PLF

2009 Land Rover Discovery

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2023
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

137,100 mi
Last recorded137,100 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2022
Typical for 2009 Land Rover Discovery96,362 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL9 PLF
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2022 137,100 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2022 137,094 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Nov 2019 185,945 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2019 185,910 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Apr 2018 161,408 miles

Nearside Front tyre has a cut in the tread but not exposing cords

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Fail 19 Apr 2018 161,408 miles

Nearside Front tyre has a cut in the tread but not exposing cords

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed outer sidewall (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Pass 26 Oct 2016 134,535 miles

head lamp mask covers fitted

Pass 2 Dec 2014 62,890 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 50,625 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 63,734 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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L9 PLF is a 2009 Land Rover Discovery in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 L9 PLF, 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.

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What year was L9 PLF registered?

L9 PLF is a 2009 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 16 October 2009.

Is L9 PLF safe to buy?

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