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AO03 JXZ

2003 Land Rover Discovery

Green Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2022
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

200,057 mi
Last recorded200,057 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2021
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO03 JXZ
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2021 200,057 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

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

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

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2020 189,787 miles

Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Both Sides (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2019 172,663 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2018 164,332 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2018 164,332 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2017 159,475 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 150,170 miles

Advise under trays and sill covers fitted

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

Fail 19 Apr 2016 150,093 miles

Offside Front Axle has inadequate clearance with the bump stop And both rear bump stops missing (2.4.A.1a)

Offside Front Track rod end loose Lock nut (2.2.B.1d)

Advise nail in N/S/F tyre

Advise under trays and sill covers fitted

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

Pass 13 Apr 2015 137,159 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 9 Apr 2014 123,896 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2013 113,835 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 10 Apr 2012 103,846 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2012 103,846 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2011 93,884 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2011 93,883 miles

Centre Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 14 Apr 2010 83,662 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 16 Apr 2009 73,453 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 59,137 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 47,293 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2006 34,640 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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AO03 JXZ is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery in Green with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AO03 JXZ, 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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AO03 JXZ is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 17 April 2003.

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