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WK08 VNA

2008 Land Rover Discovery

Black Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

138,571 mi
Last recorded138,571 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Land Rover Discovery100,970 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK08 VNA
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 138,571 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear on inner shoulders (5.2.3 (e))

both sides outer sills corroded and covers fitted

Pass 21 Mar 2025 127,949 miles

Nearside outer sill corroded behind covers

Offside Rear outer sill corroded but not in area

Offside outer sill corroded behind covers

Fail 21 Mar 2025 127,949 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside outer sill corroded behind covers

Offside Rear outer sill corroded but not in area

Offside outer sill corroded behind covers

Pass 18 Mar 2024 117,823 miles

Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))

steering uj slightly notchy

Pass 22 Mar 2023 108,882 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2022 100,305 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2021 93,112 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2020 89,315 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2019 79,461 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2018 73,904 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Mar 2017 69,684 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2017 69,612 miles

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

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

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)

Pass 18 Mar 2016 64,728 miles

Rear tyres worn on edges

engine mil light on

Fail 23 Mar 2015 56,740 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Mar 2015 56,740 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 46,564 miles

Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 21 Mar 2013 40,194 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 35,532 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 28,541 miles

Centre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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WK08 VNA is a 2008 Land Rover Discovery in Black with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2008 Land Rover Discovery models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.3% with a typical mileage of 100,970 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 WK08 VNA, 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 18 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 WK08 VNA registered?

WK08 VNA is a 2008 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is WK08 VNA safe to buy?

The MOT history for WK08 VNA shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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