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MF08 UJU

2008 Land Rover Discovery

Black Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Sep 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

101,835 mi
Last recorded101,835 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Land Rover Discovery100,970 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF08 UJU
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2025 101,835 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to offside rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 13 Sep 2024 101,152 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 24 Aug 2023 100,774 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Front Discs (Inner Faces) (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Rear Discs (Inner Faces) (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both Rear Brake Pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Underside Dry/Corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2022 99,484 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 Sep 2021 98,692 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside rear seat belt damaged, no rear seats present at time of test

Pass 26 Aug 2020 97,468 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside rear seat belt damaged, no rear seats fitted at time of test

Pass 15 Aug 2019 97,371 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Fail 14 Aug 2019 97,371 miles

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

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2018 97,320 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Seat belt slightly damaged in boot (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2017 95,667 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2017 95,640 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2016 95,197 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to offside rear (3.6.B.2c)

offside rear seat belt damaged (in boot) but seat not installed at time of test

Pass 24 Aug 2015 139,851 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2015 139,851 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Jun 2014 90,673 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 74,518 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 60,060 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 47,388 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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MF08 UJU is a 2008 Land Rover Discovery in Black with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2008 Land Rover Discovery models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.3% with a typical mileage of 100,970 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 MF08 UJU, 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 18 years old, this Land Rover Discovery is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MF08 UJU registered?

MF08 UJU is a 2008 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 28 May 2008.

Is MF08 UJU safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF08 UJU shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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