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BP52 GLY

2003 Land Rover Discovery

Black Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2021
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

121,009 mi
Last recorded121,009 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2020
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP52 GLY
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2020 121,009 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

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

has been undersealed under vehicle

n/s inner wing corroded

Fail 23 Nov 2020 120,995 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Brake warning device malfunctioning or defective (1.1.4 (a) (i))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

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

n/s inner wing corroded

the vehicle has been undersealed

Pass 24 May 2019 117,365 miles

very very rusty under vehicle

Fail 27 Apr 2019 117,359 miles

Body mounting fixings insecure n/s rear out rigger corroded (6.2.2 (c) (i))

Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened rear brake discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick front (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

very very rusty under vehicle

Pass 18 Apr 2018 114,631 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front (3.5.1g)

Oil leak ()

chassis rusty

Fail 18 Apr 2018 114,631 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front (3.5.1g)

Oil leak ()

Registration plate lamp not working n/s rear (1.1.C.1d)

chassis rusty

Pass 25 Apr 2017 107,351 miles

Oil leak SLIGHT OIL LEAK FRONT ENGINE ()

Fail 25 Apr 2017 107,351 miles

Headlamp aim too high O/S FRONT (1.8)

Oil leak SLIGHT OIL LEAK FRONT ENGINE ()

Pass 1 Jun 2016 91,821 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

oil leak

Fail 1 Jun 2016 91,821 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

oil leak

Pass 18 May 2015 78,102 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

offside rear brake back plate corroded

Pass 14 May 2014 67,874 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 20 Apr 2013 54,824 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

all brake pipes slightly corroded

Pass 15 May 2012 53,249 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Pass 16 May 2011 51,085 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 47,389 miles

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

advise all tyre sidewall cracked no cord showing at time of test

Pass 18 May 2009 43,465 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 15 May 2009 43,457 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 May 2008 37,815 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2006 30,259 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2005 22,721 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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BP52 GLY is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery in Black with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 BP52 GLY, 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 BP52 GLY registered?

BP52 GLY is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 30 January 2003.

Is BP52 GLY safe to buy?

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