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AD03 JBU

2003 Land Rover Discovery

Black Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2023
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

271,333 mi
Last recorded271,333 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2022
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD03 JBU
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2022 271,333 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2021 261,340 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2020 252,905 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jul 2019 235,470 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2019 235,470 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 23 Jul 2018 215,437 miles

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met, adjustment or repair maybe required

Pass 10 Aug 2017 190,807 miles

Transfer box oil leak

Pass 17 Sep 2016 168,597 miles

transfer box leaking oil

Pass 22 Sep 2015 144,237 miles

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Fail 22 Sep 2015 144,237 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Pass 13 Oct 2014 124,908 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2013 104,879 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Oct 2012 82,609 miles

slight leak from steering box

Pass 24 Oct 2011 72,140 miles

rear seats folded down. visual check of seat belts only.

wiper blade performance just adequate

Pass 18 Oct 2010 68,385 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009 64,150 miles

Oil leak

Pass 29 Oct 2008 59,036 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 56,320 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 46,487 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 40,846 miles

Nearside Front Tyre Sidewall Damage

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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AD03 JBU is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery in Black with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2003 Land Rover Discovery models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 100,620 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 AD03 JBU, 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 23 years old, this Land Rover Discovery is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AD03 JBU?

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What year was AD03 JBU registered?

AD03 JBU is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 30 June 2003.

Is AD03 JBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD03 JBU shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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