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R764 MCF

1997 Land Rover Discovery

Green Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

154,908 mi
Last recorded154,908 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2015
Typical for 1997 Land Rover Discovery124,978 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR764 MCF
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2015 154,908 miles

Front coil spring corroded both sides (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

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

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Rear coil spring corroded both sides (2.4.C.1b)

oil leak

Pass 7 Oct 2014 147,355 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2013 145,178 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 139,555 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2011 135,545 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 130,827 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2010 130,810 miles

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 16 Sep 2009 125,751 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 119,935 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 114,600 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 109,095 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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R764 MCF is a 1997 Land Rover Discovery in Green with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 R764 MCF, 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 R764 MCF registered?

R764 MCF is a 1997 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 12 August 1997.

Is R764 MCF safe to buy?

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