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R778 XKK

1997 Land Rover Discovery

Blue Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Mar 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

167,820 mi
Last recorded167,820 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2026
Typical for 1997 Land Rover Discovery124,978 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR778 XKK
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2026 167,820 miles

Central Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

slight oil leak on engine

Pass 28 Feb 2025 167,532 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2024 167,048 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 15 Feb 2023 166,408 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2022 165,778 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2021 165,523 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2020 164,443 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 163,926 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2017 162,679 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 161,200 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 159,248 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 157,533 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 156,961 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 155,539 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2011 153,771 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2010 151,531 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2009 145,225 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2008 134,787 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2007 122,889 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2007 122,887 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 4 Mar 2006 111,845 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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R778 XKK is a 1997 Land Rover Discovery in Blue with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 R778 XKK, 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 R778 XKK registered?

R778 XKK is a 1997 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 29 August 1997.

Is R778 XKK safe to buy?

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