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P837 NOM

1997 Land Rover Discovery

Green Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

181,330 mi
Last recorded181,330 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2014
Typical for 1997 Land Rover Discovery124,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP837 NOM
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2014 181,330 miles

general underbody corrosion

Pass 13 Feb 2012 174,638 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

indicators flashing fast

number plate lights dim

Fail 10 Feb 2012 174,638 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

indicators flashing fast

number plate lights dim

Pass 1 Feb 2011 164,597 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2011 164,597 miles

Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

slight handbrake travel

Pass 2 Feb 2010 156,591 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2009 143,702 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Jan 2008 125,831 miles

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

Pass 30 Jan 2007 109,245 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Jan 2006 104,484 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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P837 NOM is a 1997 Land Rover Discovery in Green with a 2,495cc 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 P837 NOM, 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 P837 NOM registered?

P837 NOM is a 1997 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 28 July 1997.

Is P837 NOM safe to buy?

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