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W459 LBC

2000 Land Rover Discovery

Black Diesel 2487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2024
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

131,149 mi
Last recorded131,149 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2023
Typical for 2000 Land Rover Discovery115,883 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW459 LBC
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,487cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2023 131,149 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 19 Nov 2022 128,766 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2019 124,542 miles

slight oil dampness to engine

slight oil dampness to gearbox.

Pass 13 Jun 2018 120,278 miles

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

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Panard rod link (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Jun 2018 119,970 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt swivel ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt swivel ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt swivel ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt swivel bll joint (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Panard rod link (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2017 111,504 miles

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

Fail 9 Jun 2017 111,504 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 14 Sep 2015 107,859 miles

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

Exhaust corroding

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

Pass 11 Feb 2015 105,101 miles

Oil leak

Pass 21 Feb 2014 100,661 miles

rear metal brake pipes corroded

Pass 19 Feb 2013 91,143 miles

Oil leak

Pass 21 Feb 2012 81,343 miles

Oil leak

brake pipes starting to corrode

Pass 19 Feb 2011 70,786 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2010 58,974 miles

front bumper temporarily repaired

Pass 23 Feb 2009 46,802 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2008 35,964 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2007 30,411 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2006 28,775 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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W459 LBC is a 2000 Land Rover Discovery in Black with a 2,487cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 W459 LBC, 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 W459 LBC registered?

W459 LBC is a 2000 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 29 March 2000.

Is W459 LBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for W459 LBC shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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