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BF53 UFY

2003 Land Rover Discovery

Black Petrol 3950cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

72,867 mi
Last recorded72,867 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2015
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF53 UFY
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,950cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2015 72,867 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 68,220 miles

engine light on

oil leak

Pass 14 Aug 2012 63,260 miles

Corrosion to underside of vehicle

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 17 Jun 2011 59,067 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Rear underside floor/chassis has slight corrosion

Pass 10 Jun 2010 52,542 miles

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

Surface corrosion to the underside rear of vehicle.

Pass 20 May 2009 46,417 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Oil leak

both rear anti roll bar links have play

rear most forward facing seats removed at time of test

Fail 20 May 2009 46,415 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Oil leak

both rear anti roll bar links have play

rear most forward facing seats removed at time of test

Pass 20 Jun 2008 40,282 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 38,566 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2008 38,566 miles

Offside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 19 Apr 2007 33,843 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 295,651 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 UFY is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery in Black with a 3,950cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 UFY, 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 UFY registered?

BF53 UFY is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 10 October 2003.

Is BF53 UFY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF53 UFY shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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