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VF57 FEJ

2008 Land Rover Discovery

Grey Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Feb 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

73,225 mi
Last recorded73,225 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Land Rover Discovery100,970 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVF57 FEJ
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2026 73,225 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 7 Feb 2026 73,225 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Feb 2025 67,778 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2025 67,645 miles

Central Prop shaft bearing excessively worn (6.1.7 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Feb 2024 61,961 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2024 61,952 miles

Nearside Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Feb 2023 59,703 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2022 58,712 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2021 57,774 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2020 57,007 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2019 55,209 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2018 53,609 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2017 52,581 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2016 50,543 miles

Nearside Front front wheel tight to spin by hand

Pass 28 Mar 2015 46,780 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 15 Mar 2014 44,148 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Mar 2014 44,148 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Mar 2013 39,896 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 34,626 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 28,517 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 22,527 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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VF57 FEJ is a 2008 Land Rover Discovery in Grey with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 VF57 FEJ, 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 VF57 FEJ registered?

VF57 FEJ is a 2008 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 18 February 2008.

Is VF57 FEJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for VF57 FEJ shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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