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V289 PKJ

2000 Land Rover Discovery

Gold Diesel 2487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

214,550 mi
Last recorded214,550 miles
Recorded on24 May 2016
Typical for 2000 Land Rover Discovery115,883 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV289 PKJ
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2000
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,487cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 May 2016 214,550 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component from steering box (2.3.3b)

Pass 28 May 2015 206,489 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 28 May 2015 206,489 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 9 Jun 2014 197,104 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

Pass 17 Jun 2013 181,950 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 10 Jul 2012 173,590 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 163,231 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 153,860 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 143,745 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2008 134,560 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 123,564 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2006 108,925 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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V289 PKJ is a 2000 Land Rover Discovery in Gold with a 2,487cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2000 Land Rover Discovery models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 115,883 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 V289 PKJ, 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 26 years old, this Land Rover Discovery is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was V289 PKJ registered?

V289 PKJ is a 2000 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 5 January 2000.

Is V289 PKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for V289 PKJ 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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