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R181 WFV

1997 Land Rover Discovery

Red Petrol 3900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2021
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

112,196 mi
Last recorded112,196 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2020
Typical for 1997 Land Rover Discovery124,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR181 WFV
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,900cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2020 112,196 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2020 112,193 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases downpipe (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded on diff (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 5 Jul 2017 112,184 miles

Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.2.C.1c)

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush both sides (2.7.4)

Pass 24 May 2016 111,488 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 101,711 miles
Fail 13 May 2015 101,711 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 25 Feb 2014 92,095 miles

Oil leak

Pass 22 Mar 2013 86,485 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 78,397 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2012 78,397 miles

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Jan 2011 67,045 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2010 56,083 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2010 56,083 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incomplete (1.5.A1b)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 23 Jan 2009 43,722 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2008 29,788 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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R181 WFV is a 1997 Land Rover Discovery in Red with a 3,900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 R181 WFV, 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 R181 WFV registered?

R181 WFV is a 1997 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 31 December 1997.

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