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P241 NAV

1997 Land Rover Discovery

Green Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

119,500 mi
Last recorded119,500 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2017
Typical for 1997 Land Rover Discovery124,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP241 NAV
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2017 119,500 miles

slight body corrosion

Pass 10 Jul 2016 118,220 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 30 Jul 2015 116,461 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 11 Apr 2012 108,938 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2012 108,885 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 24 Sep 2010 101,977 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 90,802 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 82,186 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2008 157,797 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 27 Jan 2007 134,768 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2007 134,758 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 7 Jan 2006 112,107 miles

front to rear brake pipe corroding

o/s and n/s rear s/absorber top bushes worn

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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P241 NAV is a 1997 Land Rover Discovery in Green with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 P241 NAV, 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 P241 NAV registered?

P241 NAV is a 1997 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 25 June 1997.

Is P241 NAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P241 NAV shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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