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R529 RJU

1997 Land Rover Discovery

Green Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

155,014 mi
Last recorded155,014 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2019
Typical for 1997 Land Rover Discovery124,978 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR529 RJU
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2019 155,014 miles

Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security chassis both sides (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 19 Apr 2016 146,084 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 138,625 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 128,474 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 124,852 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Oil leak

gearbox rear oil seal has a slight oil leak

n/s swivel joint has a slight oil leak

steering damper dust cover corroded

Pass 9 Aug 2012 119,977 miles

both front swivel hub seals slightly weeping

both front tyres close to legal limit

front brake pads wearing thin

front number plate deteriorated (faded)

general corrosion of vehicle

vehicle heavily undersealed

Pass 1 Sep 2011 114,969 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

gearbox rear seal leaking not effecting park brake

Pass 19 Aug 2010 109,692 miles

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

Oil leak

rear discs pitted

Pass 20 Aug 2009 105,669 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2008 101,391 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Feb 2007 98,800 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2007 98,800 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Jan 2006 95,830 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2006 95,830 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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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R529 RJU is a 1997 Land Rover Discovery in Green with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 R529 RJU, 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 R529 RJU registered?

R529 RJU is a 1997 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 29 October 1997.

Is R529 RJU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R529 RJU shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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