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S77 JBK

1997 Land Rover Discovery

Blue Diesel 2490cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Feb 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

111,034 mi
Last recorded111,034 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 1997 Land Rover Discovery124,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS77 JBK
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,490cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 111,034 miles

Nearside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Jan 2026 111,027 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Nearside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jan 2025 96,281 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Slight corrosion on body mounts

Pass 30 Jan 2024 82,853 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside headlamp reflector deteriorating

Pass 13 Feb 2023 77,163 miles

Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front and n/s/r (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

o/s/r brake pad beginning to get low

slight leak s/box

surface rust parts of underside

Pass 14 Feb 2022 76,873 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

slight leak p/s box

surface corrosion to parts of underside of vehicle

Pass 15 Feb 2021 74,998 miles

Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

surface corrosion to parts of underside of vehicle

Pass 10 Feb 2020 72,676 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2019 70,409 miles

Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Pass 12 Feb 2018 67,664 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2017 64,174 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

o/s/f inner disc pad getting low

Pass 8 Feb 2016 59,608 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2015 55,658 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 51,143 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2014 51,143 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Pass 20 Feb 2013 46,719 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2013 46,714 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Pass 13 Feb 2012 41,772 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 34,383 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2010 23,362 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Feb 2009 17,976 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 6 Feb 2009 17,976 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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S77 JBK is a 1997 Land Rover Discovery in Blue with a 2,490cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 S77 JBK, 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 S77 JBK registered?

S77 JBK is a 1997 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is S77 JBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for S77 JBK shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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