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A5 XSJ

1994 Land Rover Discovery

Grey Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

155,074 mi
Last recorded155,074 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2012
Typical for 1994 Land Rover Discovery140,141 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA5 XSJ
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year1994
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2012 155,074 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 154,624 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

oil leaking from engine

Pass 24 Jun 2010 152,715 miles

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

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

Propshaft component defective

Pass 8 May 2009 151,297 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2008 150,242 miles
Fail 9 May 2008 150,242 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 May 2007 148,390 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 147,111 miles

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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A5 XSJ is a 1994 Land Rover Discovery in Grey with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1994 Land Rover Discovery models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.2% with a typical mileage of 140,141 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 A5 XSJ, 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 32 years old, this Land Rover Discovery is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A5 XSJ registered?

A5 XSJ is a 1994 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 13 May 1994.

Is A5 XSJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for A5 XSJ shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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