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R815 KSX

1997 Land Rover Discovery

Blue Petrol 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2017
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

165,713 mi
Last recorded165,713 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2016
Typical for 1997 Land Rover Discovery124,978 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR815 KSX
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2016 165,713 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 151,772 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 130,478 miles

corrosion various places under vehicle

rear propshaft rubber donut deteriated

various brake pipes corroded

Pass 3 Sep 2010 126,479 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 120,634 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2008 120,629 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incomplete (1.1.4a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 4 Sep 2006 120,597 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2006 120,597 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4b)

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

Offside Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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R815 KSX is a 1997 Land Rover Discovery in Blue with a 2,495cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R815 KSX, 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 R815 KSX registered?

R815 KSX is a 1997 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R815 KSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R815 KSX shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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