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P193 XAP

1997 Land Rover Discovery

Grey Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

201,142 mi
Last recorded201,142 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2026
Typical for 1997 Land Rover Discovery124,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP193 XAP
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2026 201,142 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2024 200,298 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2021 198,830 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both, recommend replacement. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Sep 2020 198,409 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 194,709 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 193,934 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2017 193,442 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 190,634 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 27 Mar 2015 189,222 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

offside front swivel seal leaking

Pass 23 Mar 2014 187,868 miles

both front body mounts slightly corroded

offside front swivel leaking slightly

Pass 28 Mar 2013 182,689 miles

Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Mar 2012 175,850 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 167,620 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2010 156,930 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2009 142,921 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Jan 2009 142,921 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2008 134,728 miles

Coolant leak

NEARSIDE REAR WHEEL ARCH CORRODING NOT YET HOLED

OFFSIDE INNER WING CORRODING NOT YET HOLED

Oil leak

Pass 16 Jan 2007 124,315 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

RESIDURE OF ENGINE REPAIR UNDER VEHICLE, OIL ETC.

Pass 19 Jan 2006 111,285 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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P193 XAP is a 1997 Land Rover Discovery in Grey with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 1997 Land Rover Discovery models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 124,978 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 P193 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 29 years old, this Land Rover Discovery is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P193 XAP registered?

P193 XAP is a 1997 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P193 XAP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P193 XAP shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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