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W797 NGU

2000 Land Rover Discovery

Red Diesel 2487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2021
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

138,465 mi
Last recorded138,465 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2020
Typical for 2000 Land Rover Discovery115,883 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW797 NGU
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,487cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2020 138,465 miles

bumpers damaged

rear chassis slight corrosion

Fail 23 Dec 2020 138,465 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

bumpers damaged

rear chassis slight corrosion

Pass 14 Dec 2019 137,498 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2018 136,081 miles

lower ball joints gaiters slight deterioration

Pass 7 Dec 2017 134,540 miles

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

Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush both (2.7.4)

Pass 8 Dec 2016 132,893 miles

Rear Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Dec 2015 130,804 miles

slight corrosion n\s and o\s rear chassis

Pass 25 Nov 2014 128,449 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2013 126,376 miles

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

Fail 4 Nov 2013 126,376 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

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

Fail 26 Oct 2012 124,321 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 26 Oct 2012 124,321 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 May 2011 120,493 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 117,358 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Fail 25 May 2010 117,358 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 3 Sep 2009 108,118 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2009 108,118 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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

Pass 2 Sep 2008 95,293 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 84,987 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 77,459 miles

wear evident both drag link ends. Seepage at steering box. Front pads showing wear.

Pass 12 Sep 2005 59,778 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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W797 NGU is a 2000 Land Rover Discovery in Red with a 2,487cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 W797 NGU, 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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W797 NGU is a 2000 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 2 March 2000.

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