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AF03 SXB

2003 Land Rover Discovery

Yellow Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Feb 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

168,439 mi
Last recorded168,439 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF03 SXB
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 168,439 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2018 147,902 miles

Nearside Front Outer Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Front Worn On Inner Edge

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

Offside Front Tyre Worn On Inner Edge

Oil leak Engine. ()

Fail 23 Feb 2018 147,902 miles

Nearside Front Outer Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Front Worn On Inner Edge

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Tyre Worn On Inner Edge

Oil leak Engine. ()

Pass 3 Mar 2017 146,472 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2017 146,472 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released Faulty Brake Light Switch (1.2.1e)

Pass 24 Feb 2016 143,810 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 140,519 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 136,930 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 133,851 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 130,296 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

Pass 10 Mar 2011 126,750 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 122,629 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 119,546 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2009 119,539 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Mar 2008 116,776 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2007 112,248 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2006 95,378 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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AF03 SXB is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery in Yellow with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 AF03 SXB, 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 AF03 SXB registered?

AF03 SXB is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 10 March 2003.

Is AF03 SXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF03 SXB shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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