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SP08 UJD

2008 Land Rover Discovery

Grey Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2023
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

147,712 mi
Last recorded147,712 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2022
Typical for 2008 Land Rover Discovery100,970 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP08 UJD
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2022 147,712 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 140,899 miles

slight play os rack narm

Fail 11 Jun 2018 140,899 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Drive shaft bearing likely to break up (6.1.7 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

slight play os rack narm

Pass 20 Jun 2017 129,000 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both front (3.6.B.4e)

Brake pipe slightly corroded both rear (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 19 Jun 2017 129,000 miles

Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended both front wishbones (2.4.F.3)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both front (3.6.B.4e)

Brake pipe slightly corroded both rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 20 Jun 2016 117,299 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2016 117,299 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 23 Mar 2015 99,762 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2015 99,762 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Mar 2014 84,440 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 71,598 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 60,794 miles

parking brake efficiency just passed at 16%

Pass 14 Feb 2011 47,099 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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SP08 UJD is a 2008 Land Rover Discovery in Grey with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SP08 UJD, 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.

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What year was SP08 UJD registered?

SP08 UJD is a 2008 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 8 March 2008.

Is SP08 UJD safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP08 UJD shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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