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BT03 NZB

2003 Land Rover Discovery

Silver Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

130,376 mi
Last recorded130,376 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT03 NZB
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 130,376 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2025 126,936 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2024 122,136 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2023 118,829 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2022 115,299 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2021 113,545 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 111,442 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2019 108,830 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 103,882 miles

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

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Jun 2017 99,493 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 95,662 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

oil leaks

Pass 13 Jun 2015 90,899 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2014 85,819 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Jun 2014 85,819 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 79,833 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 74,740 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2012 74,740 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 May 2011 68,097 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 62,754 miles

centre stop light inoperative ? linked to system

Pass 7 Apr 2009 54,057 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 45,291 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 26 Mar 2008 45,291 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 16 Mar 2007 37,808 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2007 37,808 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

n/s/f n/s/r tyre wall damaged

Pass 30 Mar 2006 31,921 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2006 31,921 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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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BT03 NZB is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery in Silver with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

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 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 BT03 NZB, 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 BT03 NZB registered?

BT03 NZB is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 30 May 2003.

Is BT03 NZB safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT03 NZB shows 26 tests with a 80.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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