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MV08 GGJ

2008 Land Rover Discovery

Black Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2022
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

124,601 mi
Last recorded124,601 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2021
Typical for 2008 Land Rover Discovery100,970 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV08 GGJ
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2021 124,601 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2019 116,823 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Jun 2018 113,729 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2017 105,663 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2016 99,264 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 29 Feb 2016 99,262 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 Mar 2015 90,473 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2015 90,473 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Feb 2014 80,642 miles

Nearside Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

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

Offside Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

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

Pass 23 Feb 2013 74,142 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 Mar 2012 64,501 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2011 53,824 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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MV08 GGJ is a 2008 Land Rover Discovery in Black with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 MV08 GGJ, 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 MV08 GGJ registered?

MV08 GGJ is a 2008 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 10 March 2008.

Is MV08 GGJ safe to buy?

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