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R284 YGV

1997 Land Rover Discovery

Red Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

273,373 mi
Last recorded273,373 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2015
Typical for 1997 Land Rover Discovery124,978 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR284 YGV
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2015 273,373 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 263,477 miles

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

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

front bumper repaired with gaffer tape

o/s/f inner wheel arch slightly corroded

rear boot floor showing sighns of corrosion

Fail 3 Jul 2014 263,477 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

front bumper repaired with gaffer tape

o/s/f inner wheel arch slightly corroded

rear boot floor showing sighns of corrosion

Pass 30 May 2013 255,231 miles

Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Outer Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Upper Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Upper Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 24 May 2012 247,439 miles

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

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

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

Fail 23 May 2012 247,439 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 13 Apr 2011 241,388 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2010 236,298 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 211,632 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 187,394 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006 171,700 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2005 162,068 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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R284 YGV is a 1997 Land Rover Discovery in Red with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R284 YGV, 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 R284 YGV registered?

R284 YGV is a 1997 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R284 YGV safe to buy?

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