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SK08 UYF

2008 Land Rover Discovery

Silver Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2025
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

134,498 mi
Last recorded134,498 miles
Recorded on23 May 2024
Typical for 2008 Land Rover Discovery100,970 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK08 UYF
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 May 2024 134,498 miles

underside has slight corrosion

Pass 23 Nov 2022 123,338 miles

Fuel tank corroded

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

Pass 19 Oct 2021 119,424 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 29 Oct 2020 115,317 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

chassis rails rusty

tank heat shield corroded

Pass 13 Nov 2019 109,121 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 104,247 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 95,612 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 20 Jul 2016 82,430 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2016 82,430 miles

Nearside Front Braking system leaking BANJO ON CALIPER (3.6.A.1)

Pass 20 Jul 2015 69,057 miles

engine light on

Pass 23 Jul 2014 52,875 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 49,235 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Aug 2012 39,952 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 32,763 miles

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

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

Offside 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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SK08 UYF is a 2008 Land Rover Discovery in Silver with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2008 Land Rover Discovery models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.3% with a typical mileage of 100,970 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 SK08 UYF, 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 18 years old, this Land Rover Discovery is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SK08 UYF registered?

SK08 UYF is a 2008 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 12 May 2008.

Is SK08 UYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for SK08 UYF shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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