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A16 NFJ

2009 Land Rover Discovery

Black Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

144,012 mi
Last recorded144,012 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2024
Typical for 2009 Land Rover Discovery96,362 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA16 NFJ
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2024 144,012 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Feb 2023 141,195 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 7 Feb 2023 141,193 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Oct 2021 131,162 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 116,108 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2019 114,225 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2018 109,783 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2017 106,215 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 102,694 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 85,011 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 72,459 miles

Nearside Parking brake operation grabbing slightly (3.7.C.3b)

Pass 25 Jul 2013 58,847 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 38,110 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2012 38,110 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 5 Jul 2012 38,103 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2012 38,103 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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A16 NFJ is a 2009 Land Rover Discovery in Black with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2009 Land Rover Discovery models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 96,362 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 A16 NFJ, 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 17 years old, this Land Rover Discovery is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was A16 NFJ registered?

A16 NFJ is a 2009 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 22 June 2009.

Is A16 NFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for A16 NFJ shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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