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P45 XFV

1997 Land Rover Discovery

Green Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

167,511 mi
Last recorded167,511 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2019
Typical for 1997 Land Rover Discovery124,978 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP45 XFV
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2019 167,511 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2018 166,558 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 163,212 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 161,581 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 156,377 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 151,026 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 145,481 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 140,208 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 132,765 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 125,630 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 122,614 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 117,719 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2007 114,814 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 107,036 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2006 107,036 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Front Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

air bag warning lamp staying on

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

oil leak

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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P45 XFV is a 1997 Land Rover Discovery in Green with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 P45 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 P45 XFV registered?

P45 XFV is a 1997 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 5 March 1997.

Is P45 XFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P45 XFV shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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