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AK53 TXN

2003 Land Rover Discovery

Green Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

112,245 mi
Last recorded112,245 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2017
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK53 TXN
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2017 112,245 miles

Central Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

Fail 25 Aug 2017 112,245 miles

Central Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

Pass 8 Aug 2016 106,306 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 14 Jul 2015 101,982 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 21 Jul 2014 98,303 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2014 98,303 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 4 Jul 2013 94,256 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 89,945 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2011 84,472 miles
Fail 23 May 2011 84,472 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 May 2010 80,788 miles

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 2 May 2009 96,996 miles
Fail 1 May 2009 96,996 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear fog lamp excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Mar 2008 84,533 miles

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

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 28 Sep 2006 59,114 miles

coolant leaking from top hose area

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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AK53 TXN is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery in Green with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 AK53 TXN, 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 AK53 TXN registered?

AK53 TXN is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 30 September 2003.

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