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R615 CJN

1997 Land Rover Discovery

Red Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2016
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

150,459 mi
Last recorded150,459 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2015
Typical for 1997 Land Rover Discovery124,978 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR615 CJN
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2015 150,459 miles

nearside front bump stop missing

nearside rear outer sill corroded

rear propshaft coupling split

Fail 29 Sep 2015 149,053 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 26 Sep 2014 139,418 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 4 Sep 2013 137,368 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

offside number plate light slightly dim

Pass 10 Aug 2012 133,708 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 126,515 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 115,397 miles

All tyres have sidewall damage and minor cuts in tread

Both rear bump stops missing

Complete chasis showing signs of slight corrosion

Engine and PAS leaks

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear brake discs corroded

o/s/f steer arm ball joint slight play

Pass 21 Aug 2009 105,942 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 14 Aug 2008 96,343 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 83,090 miles

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

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

engine oil leak

Pass 5 Mar 2007 76,772 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 75,310 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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R615 CJN 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 91.7%.

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 R615 CJN, 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 R615 CJN registered?

R615 CJN is a 1997 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 5 December 1997.

Is R615 CJN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R615 CJN shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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