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R174 XBW

1997 Land Rover Discovery

Green Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2014
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

232,635 mi
Last recorded232,635 miles
Recorded on14 May 2013
Typical for 1997 Land Rover Discovery124,978 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR174 XBW
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 14 May 2013 232,635 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 221,845 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 214,114 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2010 207,431 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2009 196,089 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 26 Feb 2008 188,271 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2007 177,207 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2006 164,094 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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R174 XBW 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 R174 XBW, 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 R174 XBW registered?

R174 XBW is a 1997 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 17 November 1997.

Is R174 XBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R174 XBW shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R174 XBW have outstanding finance?

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