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V835 GGV

2000 Land Rover Discovery

Blue Diesel 2487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2015
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

146,770 mi
Last recorded146,770 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2014
Typical for 2000 Land Rover Discovery115,883 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV835 GGV
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,487cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2014 146,770 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

auto gearbox fault

Fail 25 Mar 2014 146,769 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

auto gearbox fault

Oil leak

Pass 29 Sep 2011 144,261 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2008 139,979 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 15 Feb 2008 139,977 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 Oct 2006 128,676 miles

1. rear fuel filter dark and damp no visual sign fuel leak

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

lamp on dash for cornering aid fluid low in bowl †also unit damp may have small leak.

Pass 31 Oct 2005 120,520 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2005 120,520 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Inner Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

rear bump stops missing

wipers slight smearing

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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V835 GGV is a 2000 Land Rover Discovery in Blue with a 2,487cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 V835 GGV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V835 GGV registered?

V835 GGV is a 2000 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 28 January 2000.

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