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W783 CYG

2000 Land Rover Discovery

Blue Diesel 2492cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

237,915 mi
Last recorded237,915 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2026
Typical for 2000 Land Rover Discovery115,883 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW783 CYG
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,492cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2026 237,915 miles

Central Rear Lower Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Aug 2025 237,398 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2024 233,512 miles

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

Fail 16 Jul 2024 233,483 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play drop level (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2022 232,923 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Apr 2021 189,314 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2015 172,032 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 169,137 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 22 Apr 2014 155,169 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2013 141,651 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 125,300 miles

corrosion to o/s side step.

Pass 8 Apr 2011 108,592 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 93,528 miles
Fail 1 May 2009 80,136 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 May 2009 80,136 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2008 64,579 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 56,686 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2007 56,686 miles

Centre Front Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 20 Sep 2006 53,013 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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W783 CYG is a 2000 Land Rover Discovery in Blue with a 2,492cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 W783 CYG, 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 W783 CYG registered?

W783 CYG is a 2000 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 7 March 2000.

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