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LAND ROVER DISCOVERY1993 · 2.5L DIESEL

K628 EVC

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Considering this 1993 LAND ROVER DISCOVERY? It's a DIESEL with a 2495cc engine showing 138,130 miles. MOT is not recorded and it's not currently taxed. View the full DVLA history below.

MOT
Expired
Expires 11/07/2008
Tax
SORN
Statutory Off Road Notification
Fuel
DIESEL
Year
1993
Engine
2495cc
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The 1993 Land Rover Discovery has a sparse MOT history, with the most recent recorded test on 2007-07-12, when it had 138,130 miles and passed with no defects. However, this was preceded by a failure just three days earlier on 2007-07-09, which listed multiple issues including faulty direction indicators, insecure seat belt anchorage, and non-functional brake and position lamps. These defects suggest ongoing electrical and structural concerns, though the subsequent pass implies repairs were made. The 2006 MOTs reveal recurring mechanical patterns: failures in rear shock absorbers, seat stability, and corrosion on brake pipes and floor panels. These issues point to potential wear in suspension components and body integrity, exacerbated by the vehicle’s age and low mileage. The 2005 MOT was clean, but the 2006 failures indicate a shift toward mechanical degradation, possibly linked to prolonged inactivity or insufficient maintenance. The vehicle’s mileage of 138,130 miles over 33 years equates to roughly 4,186 miles annually—a low figure that may reflect light use or extended periods of storage. While lower mileage typically reduces wear on moving parts, it can also lead to issues like corrosion, seized components, or degraded rubber and seals. The lack of MOT records between 2007 and 2026 raises concerns, as no recent assessments confirm the vehicle’s current condition. The trend shows intermittent failures, with no clear worsening or improvement.

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45
/ 100 · Below Average

Public record health check: Below Average.

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
! Older vehicle
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Full MOT History

Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The 1993 Land Rover Discovery has a sparse MOT history, with the most recent recorded test on 2007-07-12, when it had 138,130 miles and passed with no defects. However, this was preceded by a failure just three days earlier on 2007-07-09, which listed multiple issues including faulty direction indicators, insecure seat belt anchorage, and non-functional brake and position lamps. These defects suggest ongoing electrical and structural concerns, though the subsequent pass implies repairs were made. The 2006 MOTs reveal recurring mechanical patterns: failures in rear shock absorbers, seat stability, and corrosion on brake pipes and floor panels. These issues point to potential wear in suspension components and body integrity, exacerbated by the vehicle’s age and low mileage. The 2005 MOT was clean, but the 2006 failures indicate a shift toward mechanical degradation, possibly linked to prolonged inactivity or insufficient maintenance. The vehicle’s mileage of 138,130 miles over 33 years equates to roughly 4,186 miles annually—a low figure that may reflect light use or extended periods of storage. While lower mileage typically reduces wear on moving parts, it can also lead to issues like corrosion, seized components, or degraded rubber and seals. The lack of MOT records between 2007 and 2026 raises concerns, as no recent assessments confirm the vehicle’s current condition. The trend shows intermittent failures, with no clear worsening or improvement.

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AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

This 1993 Land Rover Discovery (K628 EVC) has a recorded MOT history spanning from October 2005 to July 2007, with 5 MOT tests on record.

Across its entire MOT history, this Land Rover has a 60% success rate (3 passes and 2 fails). The pass rate is roughly in line with national averages for vehicles of this age.

The most commonly flagged areas across all MOT tests are: Lighting (4 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues). These areas are worth paying attention to when inspecting this vehicle.

There are 2 advisory notices in the MOT history. Advisories are not failures but indicate areas that may need attention in the future.

A total of 13 failure items have been recorded across all tests. Recent failure items include: “Nearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)”; “Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)”; “Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)”.

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