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1997 Land Rover Range Rover 4.6L Petrol · P952 ACG

P952 ACG

1997 Land Rover Range Rover (4.6L, petrol). First registered 31 Dec 1997. Recorded mileage 205,205 miles. MOT expired on 07 Sept 2026. Taxed until 01 Mar 2027.

Make & Model
LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER
Year / Origin
1997 · Preston
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 07 Sept 2026
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Mar 2027)
Recorded Mileage
205,205 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 4.6L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 07 Sept 2026
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Mar 2027
Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
1997
Engine
4554cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status with a clean mechanical record over the last four years. While the most recent test on 9 September 2025 at 205,205 miles passed with no defects, a recorded failure just six days prior on the same mileage suggests a specific minor issue was rectified immediately before the re-test. Despite this anomaly, the lack of recurring advisories across the 2022 to 2025 period indicates a vehicle that has maintained high mechanical standards despite its age. The mileage pattern is consistent with a 29-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,000 miles per annum. Between February 2022 at 193,014 miles and September 2025 at 205,205 miles, the vehicle covered 12,191 miles, showing a steady rate of use. The 7,041-mile gap between the April 2024 and September 2025 suggests regular use, which is often beneficial for older Land Rovers to prevent seal perish and brake component degradation associated with long periods of standing. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity of the chassis and mounting points, as the MOT history does not flag previous corrosion or structural weaknesses. Given the high mileage exceeding 200,000 miles, a close look at the suspension bushes and coil springs is necessary to ensure no excessive wear has developed. Check for any oil leaks around the engine and drivetrain, as these components are not covered by the standard MOT test unless they present significant environmental impacts.
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P952 ACG Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 09/09/2025
  • 205,205 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT
  • Recurring exhaust & emissions items (4 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

P952 ACG MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 19 Oct 2026, 02:00
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1997 Land Rover Range Rover (P952 ACG) between February 2022 and September 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 09 September 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Exhaust & Emissions (4 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 4 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))”; “Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))”; “Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))”.

PASS
FAIL
ADVISORY

P952 ACG Mileage History

  1. 11/02/2022193,014 km
  2. 03/03/2023194,204 km+1,190 km
  3. 16/04/2024198,264 km+4,060 km
  4. 03/09/2025205,205 mi
  5. 09/09/2025205,205 mi

Average of roughly 3,409 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

May be subject to ULEZ charges

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
60
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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