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P786 MWP

1997 Land Rover Discovery

Blue Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

147,397 mi
Last recorded147,397 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2017
Typical for 1997 Land Rover Discovery124,978 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP786 MWP
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2017 147,397 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion all underside (6.1.B.2)

Pass 7 Jan 2016 147,085 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 145,772 miles

slight corrosion (welding) to all underside of chasiss/body

Fail 24 Jul 2014 145,772 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Nearside Front Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

corrosion to all under side vehicle and body repairs been made and coverred with unerseal appropriate for age of vehicle & 4x4 used off road

Pass 1 Jun 2013 145,065 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 26 Jan 2012 143,833 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2010 141,641 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2010 141,641 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 9 Dec 2009 136,228 miles

Nearside Outer Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Outer Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 15 Dec 2008 126,196 miles

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

Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 20 Dec 2007 115,247 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2006 103,603 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2006 103,603 miles

Centre Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

Pass 23 Dec 2005 90,820 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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P786 MWP is a 1997 Land Rover Discovery in Blue with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 P786 MWP, 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 P786 MWP registered?

P786 MWP is a 1997 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 26 June 1997.

Is P786 MWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P786 MWP shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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