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R261 JGK

1997 Land Rover Discovery

Green Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2014
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

105,207 mi
Last recorded105,207 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2014
Typical for 1997 Land Rover Discovery124,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR261 JGK
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Fail 25 Nov 2014 105,207 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Oil leak

both f/hub seals leaking

Pass 19 Nov 2013 102,573 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Oil leak

Pass 23 Nov 2012 99,264 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 96,924 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 13 Dec 2010 94,905 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2009 88,074 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 28 Nov 2008 83,592 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2007 5,244 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt attachment fitting slightly deteriorated (5.2.3)

Pass 18 Dec 2006 67,233 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2006 672,330 miles

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

Nearside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside front swivel hub leaking oil onto brake backplate.

Pass 22 Mar 2006 149,711 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2006 149,669 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

n/s rear seatbelt buckle casing missing

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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R261 JGK is a 1997 Land Rover Discovery in Green 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 R261 JGK, 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

How do I check the history of R261 JGK?

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What year was R261 JGK registered?

R261 JGK is a 1997 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 28 August 1997.

Is R261 JGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R261 JGK shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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