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W434 MDB

2000 Land Rover Discovery

Silver Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

195,074 mi
Last recorded195,074 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2025
Typical for 2000 Land Rover Discovery115,883 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW434 MDB
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2025 195,074 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 24 Apr 2024 193,147 miles

heavily corroded under vehicle

oil leak

Pass 15 Dec 2022 190,461 miles

Rear crossmember c/hold

Pass 7 Dec 2021 187,284 miles

Fuel pipe chafing fuel pressure regulator pipe OSR of engine (6.1.3 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush becoming excessive (5.3.2 (c))

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear fuel tank front cross member support (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2020 180,862 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock absorber turrett (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock absorber turrett (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security body mounting corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced behind OSR bump stop (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis bracket for shockabsorber mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced infront of OSR bump stop (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced infront of OSR wheel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Pass 25 Nov 2019 175,163 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wing pannel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced body sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2018 173,202 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2017 170,843 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2016 169,385 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 167,127 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2014 165,265 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 162,765 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 159,276 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 155,017 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 149,195 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 143,621 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

both rear suspension bump stops missing

Fail 3 Aug 2009 143,612 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

both rear suspension bump stops missing

Pass 31 Jul 2008 129,634 miles

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

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

both rear suspension bump stops missing

Pass 25 Jul 2007 121,601 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2007 121,601 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 24 Jul 2006 102,129 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2005 82,753 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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W434 MDB is a 2000 Land Rover Discovery in Silver with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 W434 MDB, 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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W434 MDB is a 2000 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 29 March 2000.

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