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R386 BDU

1997 Land Rover Discovery

Blue Petrol 3947cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

155,788 mi
Last recorded155,788 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 1997 Land Rover Discovery124,978 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR386 BDU
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,947cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 155,788 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2025 151,092 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2024 150,192 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2022 147,972 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2021 145,754 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2020 143,107 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2019 142,194 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2018 137,990 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 130,056 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 123,286 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 114,673 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 111,127 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 105,842 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 101,175 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 100,068 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2010 99,424 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 98,575 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2008 95,929 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 21 Nov 2007 93,817 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2006 89,228 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2005 83,286 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2005 83,286 miles

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

Power steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

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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R386 BDU is a 1997 Land Rover Discovery in Blue with a 3,947cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 R386 BDU, 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 R386 BDU registered?

R386 BDU is a 1997 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 20 December 1997.

Is R386 BDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R386 BDU shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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