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W581 RTV

2000 Land Rover Discovery

Blue Diesel 2492cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Dec 2022
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

163,412 mi
Last recorded163,412 miles
Recorded on24 Dec 2021
Typical for 2000 Land Rover Discovery115,883 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW581 RTV
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,492cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Dec 2021 163,412 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2020 158,557 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2019 156,302 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2018 147,355 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2018 147,233 miles

Central Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2017 134,111 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 127,559 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 124,105 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 120,118 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 112,252 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 27 Jul 2012 104,937 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2012 104,925 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

Pass 4 Aug 2011 100,859 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2010 97,204 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 95,640 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 93,144 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2008 93,144 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end socket spring weak (2.2.B.1e)

Pass 24 Jul 2007 87,658 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2007 87,658 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

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

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

Rear Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

Offside Rear Fluid suspension unit interconnecting pipe corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)

Pass 20 Jul 2006 80,067 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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W581 RTV is a 2000 Land Rover Discovery in Blue with a 2,492cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 W581 RTV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W581 RTV registered?

W581 RTV is a 2000 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 19 July 2000.

Is W581 RTV safe to buy?

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