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P485 ODT

1997 Land Rover Discovery

Red Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

212,265 mi
Last recorded212,265 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2017
Typical for 1997 Land Rover Discovery124,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP485 ODT
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 27 Apr 2017 212,265 miles

Oil leak ()

Tyre worn close to the legal limit all 4 (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' cracked at bottom (8.3.1a)

inner wings corroded

welding been covered by schultz

Pass 11 Apr 2016 191,589 miles

Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Track rod end ball joint has slight play all (2.2.B.1f)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' cracked at bottom of screen (8.3.1a)

corrosion present to o/s front inner wing

underside boot floor and othr areas surface corrosion prsent

vehicle been excessively welded in areas and undersealed

Pass 10 Apr 2015 176,936 miles

o/s sill holed and corroded,oil leak

Pass 11 Apr 2014 163,732 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 27 Apr 2013 156,341 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2012 146,631 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 138,277 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 130,185 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 120,411 miles

front no plate cracked

Pass 23 Apr 2008 111,116 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 5 Apr 2007 99,571 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 88,865 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)

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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P485 ODT is a 1997 Land Rover Discovery in Red with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 P485 ODT, 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 P485 ODT registered?

P485 ODT is a 1997 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 30 April 1997.

Is P485 ODT safe to buy?

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