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DF53 ORY

2003 Land Rover Discovery

Silver Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

116,560 mi
Last recorded116,560 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2020
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF53 ORY
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2020 116,560 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2019 115,341 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2018 114,096 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front and rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

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

oil leak

under body has surface corrosion

Fail 30 Jun 2018 114,096 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front and rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

oil leak

under body has surface corrosion

Pass 8 Dec 2016 106,520 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2016 106,520 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover missing (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 4 Dec 2015 103,646 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2014 101,439 miles

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Oil leak

Play in prop-shaft centre bearing

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 13 Jul 2013 95,423 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 84,784 miles

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

Fail 25 Aug 2011 75,316 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2010 73,500 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2010 69,702 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2009 63,472 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2008 58,499 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2007 49,131 miles

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

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

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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DF53 ORY is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery in Silver with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 DF53 ORY, 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 DF53 ORY registered?

DF53 ORY is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 15 December 2003.

Is DF53 ORY safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF53 ORY shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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