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VX08 VRJ

2008 Land Rover Discovery

Silver Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

198,959 mi
Last recorded198,959 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Land Rover Discovery100,970 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX08 VRJ
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2025 198,959 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2024 190,762 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2023 178,134 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2022 168,669 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2021 163,566 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened [at both sides] (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 30 Jun 2020 157,919 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2019 153,631 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 27 Jun 2019 153,629 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 9 Jul 2018 144,086 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2017 137,660 miles

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

tow bar socket missing

under tray fitted

Pass 7 Jul 2016 132,464 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 124,607 miles

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

Fail 14 Jul 2015 124,607 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)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 11 Jul 2014 106,334 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres getting low,nearside front tyre wearing edges

nearside rear tyre getting low

offside front wheel when spun noise

Pass 8 Jul 2013 90,479 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 8 Jul 2013 90,479 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 18 Jul 2012 74,954 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 55,743 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2011 55,743 miles

Front Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 2 Mar 2011 51,600 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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VX08 VRJ is a 2008 Land Rover Discovery in Silver with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 VX08 VRJ, 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 VX08 VRJ registered?

VX08 VRJ is a 2008 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is VX08 VRJ safe to buy?

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