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P784 HCC

1997 Land Rover Discovery

Grey Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2025
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

160,907 mi
Last recorded160,907 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2024
Typical for 1997 Land Rover Discovery124,978 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP784 HCC
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2024 160,907 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2023 159,974 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2021 159,089 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2020 158,268 miles

under body showing corrosion, not considered excessive.

Pass 15 Oct 2019 157,347 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2018 155,021 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2017 152,498 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2016 149,751 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded from hose to hub (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear body mount corroded

Pass 6 Oct 2015 147,344 miles

Nearside Front slight corrosion to body mount

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 30 Sep 2014 145,633 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 144,153 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2013 144,145 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 16 Mar 2012 130,833 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 118,051 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 24 Feb 2010 104,567 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2009 90,197 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2008 79,434 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 13 Feb 2007 71,888 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2006 65,972 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2006 65,972 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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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P784 HCC is a 1997 Land Rover Discovery in Grey with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 P784 HCC, 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 P784 HCC?

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What year was P784 HCC registered?

P784 HCC is a 1997 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 6 January 1997.

Is P784 HCC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P784 HCC shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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