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W524 JGV

2000 Land Rover Discovery

Green Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2027
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

164,839 mi
Last recorded164,839 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2026
Typical for 2000 Land Rover Discovery115,883 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW524 JGV
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2026 164,839 miles

Nearside Front Inner wing corroded outside prescribed areas

Nearside Front bulkhead by body mounting point

Fail 15 Sep 2026 164,788 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength spring gusset area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced centre part of chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis both sides between axle tie bar mounting and spring reinforcing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner wing corroded outside prescribed areas

Nearside Front bulkhead body mounting corroded but not excessively

Pass 1 Sep 2025 161,575 miles

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

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

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis from rear tie bar mountings back both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill ends both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2024 156,792 miles

Both body mounting points at base of a pillars corroded but not excessively.

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2023 151,502 miles

Both front inner sills corroded outside prescribed areas

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Inner wing corroded outside prescribed areas

Pass 13 Jun 2022 147,150 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2021 144,179 miles

Both front inner wings rusty

Offside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting chassis (6.1.6 (i) (i))

Slight weep from steering box drop arm seal.

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

Pass 2 Jun 2020 141,377 miles

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering box area (2.1.5 (a))

Towbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2019 137,935 miles

Drain hole in nearside central chassis elongating.

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

Pass 9 Jul 2018 134,873 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2018 134,873 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced wing (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Axle swivel joint so worn or insecure in a stub axle that directional stability is impaired (5.1.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive hub seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2017 131,495 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 126,487 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 118,596 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 108,969 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2013 97,366 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

oil leak

Pass 20 Jun 2013 97,366 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

oil leak

Pass 25 Jun 2012 87,301 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2011 78,586 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 70,596 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 64,644 miles

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

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Fail 9 Jul 2009 64,642 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 25 Jun 2008 59,997 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2008 59,997 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jun 2007 55,293 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 51,229 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2006 51,227 miles

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

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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W524 JGV is a 2000 Land Rover Discovery in Green with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 W524 JGV, 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 W524 JGV registered?

W524 JGV is a 2000 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 23 June 2000.

Is W524 JGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for W524 JGV shows 27 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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