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P670 GAW

1997 Land Rover Discovery

Green Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2022
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

182,587 mi
Last recorded182,587 miles
Recorded on28 May 2021
Typical for 1997 Land Rover Discovery124,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP670 GAW
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 28 May 2021 182,587 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

front and rear suspension rusty

Pass 18 Aug 2011 179,170 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 174,404 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2009 169,091 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 162,541 miles

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Sep 2007 156,690 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 151,331 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

advize front no-plate

advize oil leak on engine.

Pass 2 Sep 2005 142,828 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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P670 GAW is a 1997 Land Rover Discovery in Green with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 P670 GAW, 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 P670 GAW registered?

P670 GAW is a 1997 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 24 May 1997.

Is P670 GAW safe to buy?

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