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AP03 ULB

2003 Land Rover Discovery

Red Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

150,529 mi
Last recorded150,529 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP03 ULB
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2025 150,529 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2024 149,459 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2023 145,227 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2021 135,936 miles

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 14 Jun 2019 135,914 miles

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 13 Jun 2018 131,197 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 119,354 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 113,399 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 107,744 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2015 107,741 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Pass 3 Jun 2014 101,041 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2013 86,522 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2013 86,522 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2012 73,711 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2011 60,731 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Jun 2011 60,731 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 50,785 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 40,325 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2008 36,782 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 33,526 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 29,187 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 26,503 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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AP03 ULB is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery in Red with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 AP03 ULB, 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 AP03 ULB registered?

AP03 ULB is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 13 August 2003.

Is AP03 ULB safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP03 ULB shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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