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BG03 DZH

2003 Land Rover Discovery

Green Petrol 3950cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Feb 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

149,890 mi
Last recorded149,890 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG03 DZH
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,950cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2026 149,890 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2024 148,372 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2023 144,478 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2022 140,522 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2021 137,011 miles

vehicle running gas at time of test

Pass 17 Oct 2020 133,419 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2020 133,419 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2019 133,310 miles

Offside Rear Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Apr 2018 132,555 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 117,961 miles

front screen damaged but not in drivers view of the road

rear brake pipes corroded

Fail 12 Apr 2017 117,961 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

front screen damaged but not in drivers view of the road

rear brake pipes corroded

Pass 13 Apr 2016 100,947 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 89,771 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 67,006 miles

Oil leak

Pass 9 Mar 2013 44,553 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 40,090 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 34,527 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 31,212 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2010 31,212 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 Mar 2009 29,240 miles

Bowth rear tyres worn down to 3.5 mm

Near side front & Off side front lower shock assorber bush starting to split

Pass 20 Mar 2008 27,088 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 24,105 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 20,329 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 DZH is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery in Green with a 3,950cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 DZH, 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 BG03 DZH registered?

BG03 DZH is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 4 April 2003.

Is BG03 DZH safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG03 DZH shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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