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P201 MBD

1997 Land Rover Discovery

Green Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2017
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

85,815 mi
Last recorded85,815 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2016
Typical for 1997 Land Rover Discovery124,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP201 MBD
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 23 Feb 2016 85,815 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides (3.6.B.2c)

bad engine oil leak

Pass 19 Feb 2015 84,550 miles

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

Pass 29 Jan 2014 84,165 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2013 83,592 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 80,473 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2011 73,885 miles

Centre Front Steering damper slightly corroded but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

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

rear spring bump stops missing

Pass 22 Feb 2010 67,588 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Feb 2009 60,188 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2008 55,309 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2007 50,254 miles

rear inner brake discs surface has corrosion on inside edge

Pass 3 Feb 2006 45,119 miles

slight blowing exhaust some corrosion on rear brake discs

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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P201 MBD is a 1997 Land Rover Discovery in Green with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P201 MBD, 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.

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What year was P201 MBD registered?

P201 MBD is a 1997 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 26 February 1997.

Is P201 MBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for P201 MBD shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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