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R27 NJM

1997 Land Rover Discovery

Blue Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2024
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

143,831 mi
Last recorded143,831 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2023
Typical for 1997 Land Rover Discovery124,978 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR27 NJM
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2023 143,831 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security corrosion near rear seat belt mounts, n/s/f chassis,.n/s/f wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 25 Nov 2022 142,297 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2021 137,954 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2020 135,879 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2019 133,548 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2018 131,756 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2017 129,432 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2016 126,754 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2015 123,664 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 11 Nov 2014 121,049 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2013 117,602 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2012 113,758 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2011 108,353 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Nov 2010 104,644 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2010 104,644 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 26 Nov 2009 100,906 miles

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

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

front brake pads low

Pass 6 Nov 2008 96,391 miles

slight oil leak from steering box

Pass 23 Nov 2007 92,651 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2007 92,651 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 27 Nov 2006 86,917 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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R27 NJM is a 1997 Land Rover Discovery in Blue with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 R27 NJM, 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 R27 NJM registered?

R27 NJM is a 1997 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 3 October 1997.

Is R27 NJM safe to buy?

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