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BD52 GOP

2003 Land Rover Discovery

White Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jan 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

78,648 mi
Last recorded78,648 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2025
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD52 GOP
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2025 78,648 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All 6 pipes (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Pass 11 Dec 2024 76,167 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2024 76,167 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Dec 2023 75,068 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2022 73,315 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2021 70,910 miles

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

Pass 17 Dec 2020 68,553 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All underside pipes covered in product (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective Condensation inside (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Dec 2019 67,304 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2019 67,304 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Dec 2018 63,666 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2017 61,001 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2016 59,258 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2015 56,386 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2014 52,800 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2013 49,633 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2012 46,245 miles

Both front wiper blades starting to split (Still clearing screen)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 12 Dec 2011 42,404 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2010 39,069 miles

advise front screen chipped in zone b

advise n/s/f anti rollbar rubbing on the engine cover slightly

advise slight freeplay detected at steering wheel

Pass 10 Dec 2009 36,063 miles

rear seats and seat belt stalkes removed

Pass 11 Dec 2008 31,587 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2007 28,412 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2006 23,484 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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BD52 GOP is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery in White with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 BD52 GOP, 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 BD52 GOP?

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What year was BD52 GOP registered?

BD52 GOP is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 7 January 2003.

Is BD52 GOP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD52 GOP shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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