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P43 XFV

1997 Land Rover Discovery

Blue Diesel 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2014
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

151,914 mi
Last recorded151,914 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2013
Typical for 1997 Land Rover Discovery124,978 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP43 XFV
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 8 Dec 2013 151,914 miles

various rubber bushes deteriating

Pass 7 Mar 2012 148,605 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 141,134 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 133,325 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2009 126,482 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2008 121,110 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2007 115,637 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2006 106,073 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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P43 XFV is a 1997 Land Rover Discovery in Blue with a 2,494cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 P43 XFV, 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 P43 XFV registered?

P43 XFV is a 1997 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 4 April 1997.

Is P43 XFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P43 XFV shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P43 XFV have outstanding finance?

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