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AE53 JWC

2003 Land Rover Discovery

Silver Petrol 3947cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

125,652 mi
Last recorded125,652 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2014
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE53 JWC
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,947cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2014 125,652 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Fail 24 Jul 2014 125,652 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c) DANGEROUS

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 23 Jul 2013 117,060 miles

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

Fail 23 Jul 2013 117,060 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 25 Jul 2012 108,537 miles

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

near side rear brake caliper sliding device has slight movememt.

Pass 10 Aug 2011 99,282 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 89,074 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 75,919 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2009 75,919 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Oct 2008 61,602 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2007 46,855 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2006 34,141 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 30 Oct 2006 34,141 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

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

Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

beam image has no kick up

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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AE53 JWC is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery in Silver with a 3,947cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AE53 JWC, 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

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What year was AE53 JWC registered?

AE53 JWC is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 6 November 2003.

Is AE53 JWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE53 JWC shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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