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BD03 LTU

2003 Land Rover Discovery

White Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

145,918 mi
Last recorded145,918 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD03 LTU
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2025 145,918 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Aug 2023 141,494 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2022 140,351 miles

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Mar 2021 137,788 miles

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

Fail 15 Mar 2021 137,788 miles

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 3 Mar 2020 135,470 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2019 133,128 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 130,098 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 126,358 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2017 126,358 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Mar 2016 122,248 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 118,907 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 112,592 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 107,107 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2012 103,162 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Pass 10 Oct 2011 92,196 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 82,220 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 14 Oct 2009 71,382 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 60,171 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 48,111 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 22,846 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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BD03 LTU is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery in White with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 BD03 LTU, 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

How do I check the history of BD03 LTU?

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What year was BD03 LTU registered?

BD03 LTU is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 28 April 2003.

Is BD03 LTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD03 LTU shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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