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BK53 ERU

2003 Land Rover Discovery

Grey Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Oct 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

124,270 mi
Last recorded124,270 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2026
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK53 ERU
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2026 124,270 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

general corrosion.

Pass 1 Oct 2025 120,130 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside headlamp beam image clarity poor.RECTIFICATION RECOMMENDED.

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

Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

general corrosion.

Pass 8 Oct 2024 111,032 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2023 102,497 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2022 93,369 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2021 83,832 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2020 81,987 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 7 Oct 2019 79,789 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2018 77,324 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2017 75,280 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2016 73,332 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2015 71,565 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 69,486 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 66,143 miles

Oil leak

power steering fluid oil level low

slight oil leak from both rear hub seals

wiper blades deteriorated

Pass 27 Sep 2012 58,998 miles

slight fuel leak

Pass 20 Sep 2011 49,487 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 43,177 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2009 37,706 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 32,407 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 26,847 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2007 26,847 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Fail 2 Oct 2006 21,038 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 2 Oct 2006 21,038 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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BK53 ERU is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery in Grey with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 BK53 ERU, 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 BK53 ERU registered?

BK53 ERU is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 18 September 2003.

Is BK53 ERU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK53 ERU shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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