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P529 LKV

1997 Land Rover Discovery

Red Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

111,455 mi
Last recorded111,455 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Land Rover Discovery124,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP529 LKV
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2026 111,455 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Mar 2025 108,650 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 31 Mar 2025 108,650 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Mar 2024 104,654 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2023 102,035 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2022 99,992 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Apr 2021 99,213 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2019 97,915 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2018 95,337 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 93,291 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 90,092 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 87,116 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 84,545 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Oil leak

Pass 3 Jul 2013 81,401 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 78,142 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 75,325 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 71,451 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 68,036 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 64,167 miles

Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 6 Jul 2007 60,290 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2006 56,861 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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P529 LKV is a 1997 Land Rover Discovery in Red with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 P529 LKV, 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 P529 LKV registered?

P529 LKV is a 1997 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 21 July 1997.

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The MOT history for P529 LKV shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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