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BA03 RGO

2004 Land Rover Discovery

Black Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

124,240 mi
Last recorded124,240 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 2004 Land Rover Discovery101,786 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBA03 RGO
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 124,240 miles

Rear Rear reflector not red in colour (4.8.2 (a) (i))

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

underbody corrosion

Pass 8 Feb 2021 110,239 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

various items corroded under vehicle

Pass 15 Oct 2019 106,026 miles

Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Signs of surface corrosion throughout the underside of the vehicle.

Pass 23 Oct 2018 105,551 miles

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

Pass 28 Oct 2017 104,038 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2016 103,829 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2016 103,829 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Aug 2015 94,904 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2014 81,566 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Aug 2014 81,566 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2013 76,201 miles

Oil leak

Pass 23 May 2012 70,039 miles

Oil leak

wear discs

Fail 23 May 2012 70,039 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Oil leak

wear discs

Fail 5 May 2011 63,349 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

small crack offside mirror

Pass 5 May 2011 63,349 miles

small crack offside mirror

Pass 30 Jul 2009 45,580 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 35,642 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 27,710 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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BA03 RGO is a 2004 Land Rover Discovery in Black with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2004 Land Rover Discovery models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 101,786 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 BA03 RGO, 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 22 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 BA03 RGO registered?

BA03 RGO is a 2004 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 29 June 2004.

Is BA03 RGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BA03 RGO shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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