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P57 RKX

1997 Land Rover Discovery

Blue Petrol 3947cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2016
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

84,473 mi
Last recorded84,473 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2015
Typical for 1997 Land Rover Discovery124,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP57 RKX
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,947cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 31 Jul 2015 84,473 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 83,661 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 82,423 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 81,175 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 80,105 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 78,424 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2008 77,633 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 17 Mar 2007 76,381 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 73,730 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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P57 RKX is a 1997 Land Rover Discovery in Blue with a 3,947cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 P57 RKX, 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 P57 RKX registered?

P57 RKX is a 1997 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 3 January 1997.

Is P57 RKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P57 RKX shows 9 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 P57 RKX have outstanding finance?

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