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SY58 XMJ

2008 Land Rover Discovery

Blue Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2023
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

149,338 mi
Last recorded149,338 miles
Recorded on6 May 2022
Typical for 2008 Land Rover Discovery100,970 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY58 XMJ
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 May 2022 149,338 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 17 Feb 2021 140,365 miles

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

Pass 18 Dec 2019 133,797 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2018 122,805 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2017 111,417 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2016 102,312 miles

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Dec 2015 92,749 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2014 85,109 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2013 75,120 miles
Fail 24 Dec 2012 60,521 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Dec 2012 60,521 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2011 46,693 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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SY58 XMJ is a 2008 Land Rover Discovery in Blue with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 SY58 XMJ, 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 SY58 XMJ registered?

SY58 XMJ is a 2008 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is SY58 XMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY58 XMJ shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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