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BF53 AEG

2003 Land Rover Discovery

Green Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Apr 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

111,370 mi
Last recorded111,370 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF53 AEG
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2026 111,370 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2025 107,828 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2024 96,608 miles

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

Pass 4 Feb 2023 87,804 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2020 84,270 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Dec 2018 75,028 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2017 63,603 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on edges (4.1.E.1)

Fail 13 Dec 2017 63,603 miles

Central Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on edges (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Dec 2016 63,235 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 62,699 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 62,699 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2014 62,010 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2013 61,522 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2012 60,014 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2011 58,004 miles

nearside rear tyre sidewall cracked

Pass 1 Nov 2010 55,746 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2009 53,933 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2008 51,512 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

nearside front tyre sidewall scuffed

nearside rear tyre sidewall scuffed

Pass 30 Oct 2008 51,512 miles

nearside front tyre sidewall scuffed

nearside rear tyre sidewall scuffed

Pass 5 Nov 2007 47,492 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2006 43,796 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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BF53 AEG is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery in Green 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 BF53 AEG, 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 BF53 AEG registered?

BF53 AEG is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 26 September 2003.

Is BF53 AEG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF53 AEG 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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