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X153 VYA

2000 Land Rover Discovery

Blue Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

120,788 mi
Last recorded120,788 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 2000 Land Rover Discovery115,883 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX153 VYA
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 120,788 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security centre of body (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security centre of body (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

sill covers fitted

Pass 30 Nov 2023 119,104 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 2 Dec 2022 116,609 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Dec 2021 113,743 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Dec 2020 110,809 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Dec 2019 107,267 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2018 103,300 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 8 Dec 2017 99,740 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 2 Dec 2016 95,870 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2015 92,377 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 5 Dec 2014 89,125 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2013 84,926 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

offside wiper blade deteriorated.

Pass 5 Dec 2012 80,428 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2011 76,083 miles

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

rear axle offside bump stop rubber missing.

Pass 9 Dec 2010 72,657 miles

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

offside front tyre worn/wearing on inner shoulder.

Pass 9 Dec 2009 69,687 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2008 63,744 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2007 60,429 miles

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

Pass 4 Dec 2006 58,689 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2006 58,453 miles

Offside Rear brake disc contaminated by brake fluid (3.5.1h)

Pass 2 Nov 2005 54,629 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)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

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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X153 VYA is a 2000 Land Rover Discovery in Blue with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 X153 VYA, 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 X153 VYA registered?

X153 VYA is a 2000 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 29 September 2000.

Is X153 VYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for X153 VYA shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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