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P311 DJO

1997 Land Rover Discovery

Blue Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

162,140 mi
Last recorded162,140 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2018
Typical for 1997 Land Rover Discovery124,978 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP311 DJO
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2018 162,140 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2017 156,196 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 155,209 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 154,116 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2013 153,651 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)

rear chassis starting to rusty

Pass 20 Oct 2012 152,151 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 149,961 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 145,421 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 142,508 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 139,567 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 134,015 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 127,297 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2006 127,297 miles

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

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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P311 DJO is a 1997 Land Rover Discovery in Blue with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 P311 DJO, 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 P311 DJO registered?

P311 DJO is a 1997 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 27 February 1997.

Is P311 DJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for P311 DJO shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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