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R295 NGC

1997 Land Rover Discovery

Blue Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

105,784 mi
Last recorded105,784 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2018
Typical for 1997 Land Rover Discovery124,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR295 NGC
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2018 105,784 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material at brake caliper (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material at brake caliper (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 25 Jul 2017 105,708 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear both pipes (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Fail 25 Jul 2017 105,708 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear both pipes (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Aug 2016 105,541 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear both pipes (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion in front of wheel (6.1.B.2)

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

Fail 3 Aug 2016 105,541 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear both pipes (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion in front of wheel (6.1.B.2)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

Pass 21 Jul 2015 105,416 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 30 Jul 2014 104,869 miles

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

Nearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

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

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

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

Pass 23 Jul 2013 103,133 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

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

Pass 25 Jul 2012 99,606 miles

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

Nearside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

propshaft rubber coupling starting to split

Pass 29 Jul 2011 95,346 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 91,632 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2009 86,106 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2008 81,507 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2007 77,911 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2006 71,400 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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R295 NGC is a 1997 Land Rover Discovery in Blue with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 R295 NGC, 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 R295 NGC registered?

R295 NGC is a 1997 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 18 December 1997.

Is R295 NGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R295 NGC shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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