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BG03 DTU

2003 Land Rover Discovery

Grey Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

103,430 mi
Last recorded103,430 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2018
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG03 DTU
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2018 103,430 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded fronts to rears, nearside & offside (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis, nearside & offside (2.4.A.3)

Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis, nearside & offside (2.4.A.3)

Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting chassis (6.6.6)

Pass 20 Jun 2017 100,818 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded Fronts to rears, nearside & offside (3.6.B.2c)

Damp around power steering box area

General corrosion to chassis, crossmembers & outriggers

Nearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak ()

Pass 10 Mar 2016 96,163 miles

o/r bump stop missing

Pass 16 Mar 2015 91,707 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2015 91,706 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Oil leak

Pass 6 Mar 2014 85,115 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 12 Mar 2013 77,824 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 72,203 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 67,379 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 60,895 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2010 60,895 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 9 Apr 2009 63,614 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 45,773 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 38,770 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 31,585 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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BG03 DTU is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery in Grey with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 BG03 DTU, 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.

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What year was BG03 DTU registered?

BG03 DTU is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 15 April 2003.

Is BG03 DTU safe to buy?

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