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BG03 DWE

2003 Land Rover Discovery

Blue Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2023
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

166,704 mi
Last recorded166,704 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2023
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG03 DWE
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Fail 24 Nov 2023 166,704 miles

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

Pass 10 Jan 2022 160,751 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2022 160,749 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Apr 2021 156,279 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2021 156,279 miles

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))

Pass 10 Apr 2020 149,160 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2020 149,156 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 1 May 2019 142,284 miles

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))

Fail 30 Apr 2019 142,283 miles

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))

Pass 23 Apr 2018 132,449 miles

Offside Rear axle leaking advise inspection

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (2.4.A.3)

Pass 20 Apr 2017 120,206 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 106,613 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 96,564 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 90,536 miles

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)

Pass 10 Apr 2013 85,115 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2012 79,878 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 73,697 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2011 73,693 miles

Power steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 19 Apr 2010 68,641 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 22 Apr 2009 61,681 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 22 Apr 2008 56,001 miles

Oil leak

Fail 22 Apr 2008 56,001 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2007 45,319 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 35,610 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 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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