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P56 GRC

1997 Land Rover Discovery

White Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

181,054 mi
Last recorded181,054 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2009
Typical for 1997 Land Rover Discovery124,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP56 GRC
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Fail 26 Nov 2009 181,054 miles

Corrosion in both pillars

Crack in o/s headlamp

N/s/f indicator cover cracked

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear number plate distorted

Rear tyres close to limit

Slight movement in n/s/f hub

Pass 26 Nov 2009 181,054 miles

Corrosion in both pillars

Crack in o/s headlamp

N/s/f indicator cover cracked

Rear number plate distorted

Rear tyres close to limit

Slight movement in n/s/f hub

Pass 3 Dec 2008 177,458 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2007 174,031 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2006 168,275 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside 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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P56 GRC is a 1997 Land Rover Discovery in White with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 P56 GRC, 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

How do I check the history of P56 GRC?

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What year was P56 GRC registered?

P56 GRC is a 1997 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 4 April 1997.

Is P56 GRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P56 GRC shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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