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RV61 DFA

2011 Land Rover Discovery

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

145,920 mi
Last recorded145,920 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2026
Typical for 2011 Land Rover Discovery90,580 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV61 DFA
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2026 145,920 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Fail 14 Sep 2026 145,892 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn Rear hub assembly (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 13 Sep 2025 137,966 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2024 129,930 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2023 122,853 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2022 115,336 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2021 106,283 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2020 97,048 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2019 91,065 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear bush on limit (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear bush on limit (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2018 83,037 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2018 83,037 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 12 Oct 2017 74,388 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 67,962 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 60,499 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 53,922 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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RV61 DFA is a 2011 Land Rover Discovery in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2011 Land Rover Discovery models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.1% with a typical mileage of 90,580 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 RV61 DFA, 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 15 years old, this Land Rover Discovery is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RV61 DFA?

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What year was RV61 DFA registered?

RV61 DFA is a 2011 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 16 September 2011.

Is RV61 DFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV61 DFA shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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