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P431 VWY

1997 Land Rover Discovery

Black Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

162,963 mi
Last recorded162,963 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2017
Typical for 1997 Land Rover Discovery124,978 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP431 VWY
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2017 162,963 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 160,363 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 153,665 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion All underbody (6.1.B.2)

Pass 25 Jul 2014 149,003 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 144,727 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2013 144,727 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 2 Aug 2012 140,140 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively damaged (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 2 Aug 2012 140,140 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 136,361 miles

Nearside Rear Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 6 Aug 2010 129,373 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 123,648 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2009 123,643 miles

Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

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

Pass 7 Aug 2008 118,877 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 7 Aug 2008 118,877 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Aug 2007 108,898 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 103,451 miles

Brake pipe slightly 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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P431 VWY is a 1997 Land Rover Discovery in Black with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 P431 VWY, 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 P431 VWY registered?

P431 VWY is a 1997 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 25 April 1997.

Is P431 VWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for P431 VWY shows 16 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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