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P787 DNR

1997 Land Rover Discovery

Grey Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2014
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

72,829 mi
Last recorded72,829 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2013
Typical for 1997 Land Rover Discovery124,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP787 DNR
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2013 72,829 miles

o/s/r bump stop missing

secondry bonnet catch not returning correctly

Pass 16 Nov 2012 60,912 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2012 58,147 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 26 Jan 2011 56,692 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2009 55,068 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Dec 2008 54,119 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt flexible stalk deteriorated but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 22 Dec 2008 54,119 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Centre Rear Seat belt flexible stalk deteriorated but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Dec 2007 51,382 miles

advise rear centre seat belt latch cover missing

advise rear section of exhaust system heavily corroded

Pass 15 Dec 2006 49,565 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2006 49,565 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt attachment fitting fractured (5.2.3)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incomplete (1.5.A1b)

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1) DANGEROUS

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

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Oil leak

Rear bumper insecure

Front bumper insecure

Pass 23 Dec 2005 46,897 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2005 46,897 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

bumper insecure

oil leak

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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P787 DNR is a 1997 Land Rover Discovery in Grey with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 P787 DNR, 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 P787 DNR registered?

P787 DNR is a 1997 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 23 January 1997.

Is P787 DNR safe to buy?

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