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P291 XTC

1997 Land Rover Discovery

Green Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

146,707 mi
Last recorded146,707 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2016
Typical for 1997 Land Rover Discovery124,978 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP291 XTC
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2016 146,707 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 143,918 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 141,048 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

n/s/f h/lamp defused beam

Pass 15 May 2013 137,226 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 134,073 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Jun 2011 131,383 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2011 131,383 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 29 Mar 2010 126,670 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2009 122,737 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 119,669 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Apr 2007 113,303 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2006 103,985 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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P291 XTC 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 91.7%.

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 P291 XTC, 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 P291 XTC registered?

P291 XTC is a 1997 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P291 XTC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P291 XTC shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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