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AV03 CTK

2003 Land Rover Discovery

Red Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2020
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

168,482 mi
Last recorded168,482 miles
Recorded on9 May 2019
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV03 CTK
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 May 2019 168,482 miles

both rear tyres slightly mishapen

Fail 2 May 2019 168,443 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

both rear tyres slightly mishapen

Pass 21 Nov 2017 162,647 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2016 149,948 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2015 139,593 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2014 125,105 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2014 125,095 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 22 Nov 2013 111,137 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2012 98,461 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2011 85,540 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2010 70,030 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 55,258 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2008 53,402 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 25 Jul 2008 53,402 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 51,646 miles

front discs lipped.

rear wiper split.

Fail 12 Apr 2008 51,646 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

front discs lipped.

rear wiper split.

Pass 9 Mar 2007 40,197 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2007 40,197 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 Feb 2006 28,807 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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AV03 CTK is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery in Red with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 AV03 CTK, 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 AV03 CTK registered?

AV03 CTK is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 12 March 2003.

Is AV03 CTK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV03 CTK shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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