MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
166,704 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded ALL FLEXYS (1.1.12 (f) (i))
Brake pipe excessively corroded all mounts corroded (1.1.11 (c))
Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
Entrance/exit step significantly damaged (9.7 (a) (ii))
Horn not working (7.7 (a))
Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced front inner arches (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sills inner (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced OUT RIGGERS BODY MOUNTS (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced BOTH SIDES REAR INNER ARCH (7.1.1 (a) (i))
Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength BOTH REAR MOUNTS (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))
Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt all (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
Suspension unit leaking (5.3.5 (c))
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
Vehicle structure fractured seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting ALL (6.2.2 (d) (i))
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
Coolant leak ()
Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
level sensors not attached to chassis corroded
Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner and outer {in front of n/s/r wheel } (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Nearside Front inner wing corroded
Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
Offside Front inner wing corroded
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS
Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS
Nearside Front inner wing corroded
Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
Offside Front inner wing corroded
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Offside Rear axle leaking advise inspection
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (2.4.A.3)
Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
Power steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)
brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
Oil leak
Nearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
Offside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Oil leak
How Reliable is the Land Rover Discovery?
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BG03 DWE is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery in Blue with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 DWE, 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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BG03 DWE is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 30 April 2003.
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