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AD03 JDU

2003 Land Rover Discovery

Blue Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2024
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

178,800 mi
Last recorded178,800 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2023
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD03 JDU
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2023 178,800 miles

Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play on steering box (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Mud in wheel arches

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play drag link (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Radiator support corroded

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

vehicle undersealed

Pass 15 Oct 2022 174,081 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Radiator support corroded

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear chassis legs (6.1.1 (c) (i))

chassis and body undersealed

Fail 15 Oct 2022 174,076 miles

Offside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheel arch (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Radiator support corroded

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear chassis legs (6.1.1 (c) (i))

chassis and body undersealed

Pass 24 Sep 2021 168,634 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2020 165,181 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2020 165,177 miles

Brake performance not tested because of fuel leak (1.2.1 (g))

Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users fuel leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2019 161,602 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2018 158,395 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2018 158,395 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Feb 2017 149,800 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 138,808 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 134,689 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 127,993 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 112,226 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2013 112,226 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 22 Jun 2012 99,906 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 8 Jun 2011 86,561 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2010 74,511 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 66,949 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 59,941 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 51,525 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 42,961 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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AD03 JDU is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery in Blue with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 JDU, 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.

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What year was AD03 JDU registered?

AD03 JDU is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 26 June 2003.

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