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BF53 PXY

2003 Land Rover Discovery

Blue Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2023
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

60,758 mi
Last recorded60,758 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2022
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF53 PXY
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2022 60,758 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2021 60,143 miles

N/s rear chassis starting to split

Pass 12 Nov 2020 58,479 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2019 56,661 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2018 54,689 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2017 51,036 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2016 47,775 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2016 47,758 miles

Front Torque/reaction arm seriously weakened by corrosion ace oil feed pipes corroded and leaking (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Torque/reaction arm seriously weakened by corrosion ace oil feed pipes x4 (2.4.G.1)

Pass 24 Nov 2015 44,608 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Nov 2014 42,222 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2013 40,712 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Pass 24 Nov 2012 38,567 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2012 38,567 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 30 Nov 2011 36,981 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2010 36,013 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2009 33,808 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2008 29,386 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2007 23,760 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2006 19,911 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 PXY is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery in Blue with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 PXY, 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 PXY registered?

BF53 PXY is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 4 December 2003.

Is BF53 PXY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF53 PXY shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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