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P609 DEP

1997 Land Rover Discovery

Green Diesel 2490cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

178,268 mi
Last recorded178,268 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2026
Typical for 1997 Land Rover Discovery124,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP609 DEP
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,490cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2026 178,268 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Aug 2026 178,190 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2025 157,408 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2024 138,049 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive FROM ENGINE. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Outer body sills - inspections are limited because of covers and door steps.

Under bonnet inspection is limited because of covers.

Pass 29 Aug 2023 116,124 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush UPPER BUSH. (5.3.2 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive FROM ENGINE. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Outer body sills - inspections are limited because of covers and door steps.

Under bonnet inspection is limited because of covers.

Fail 25 Aug 2023 116,097 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin These pads are JUST LEGAL. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin These pads are JUST LEGAL. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush UPPER BUSH. (5.3.2 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive FROM ENGINE. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Outer body sills - inspections are limited because of covers and door steps.

Under bonnet inspection is limited because of covers.

Pass 16 Aug 2022 105,977 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive FROM ENGINE. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Outer body sills - inspections limited because of covers and door steps.

Under bonnet inspection is limited because of covers.

Pass 24 Aug 2021 96,591 miles

Outer body sills - inspections limited because of covers and door steps.

Under bonnet inspection is limited because of covers.

Pass 1 Sep 2020 90,656 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Aug 2019 90,606 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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P609 DEP is a 1997 Land Rover Discovery in Green with a 2,490cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 P609 DEP, 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 P609 DEP registered?

P609 DEP is a 1997 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 31 December 1997.

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