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R87 BKJ

1997 Land Rover Discovery

Green Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

172,557 mi
Last recorded172,557 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2021
Typical for 1997 Land Rover Discovery124,978 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR87 BKJ
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2021 172,557 miles

corrosion on all suspension parts

general under side corrosion

Pass 11 Oct 2018 172,326 miles

Both front tyres have slight wear to inner edges

Slight corrosion to under body chassis including springs

Fail 9 Oct 2018 172,326 miles

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak rear section (8.2.2.1 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Both front tyres have slight wear to inner edges

Slight corrosion to under body chassis including springs

Pass 3 Aug 2017 170,588 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

rear exhaust corroded

Fail 2 Aug 2017 170,586 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is broken button broken (3.1.5)

Statutory seat belt missing under seat (5.1.1)

rear exhaust corroded

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 3 Aug 2016 164,897 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 160,552 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 155,667 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 149,712 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 144,320 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 138,378 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 132,736 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 125,184 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 118,286 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 110,375 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2006 99,672 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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R87 BKJ is a 1997 Land Rover Discovery in Green with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 R87 BKJ, 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 R87 BKJ registered?

R87 BKJ is a 1997 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R87 BKJ safe to buy?

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