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AV53 THU

2003 Land Rover Discovery

Silver Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2021
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

295,528 mi
Last recorded295,528 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2020
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV53 THU
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2020 295,528 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2019 280,700 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2018 260,074 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2017 234,322 miles

Central Front Oil leak ()

Pass 12 Dec 2016 214,510 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2016 214,510 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2015 188,221 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2014 159,556 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 25 Nov 2014 159,556 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 27 Nov 2013 118,946 miles

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

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

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

Pass 5 Oct 2012 114,264 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 108,160 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 101,671 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2009 96,058 miles

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

Pass 6 Oct 2008 90,835 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 85,695 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 79,082 miles

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

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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AV53 THU is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery in Silver with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 AV53 THU, 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 AV53 THU registered?

AV53 THU is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 29 September 2003.

Is AV53 THU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV53 THU shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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