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EJ52 SVD

2003 Land Rover Discovery

Silver Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Feb 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

167,838 mi
Last recorded167,838 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ52 SVD
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2026 167,838 miles

Offside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

no bumpers

Fail 19 Dec 2025 167,814 miles

Front All position lamps adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Front Headlamp aim too high Both (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp insecure Both (4.1.1 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn Axle trailing arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn excessive play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached missing clip (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

HDC indicates fault

Offside Front ABS cable insecure

Offside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Axle trailing arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

interior dash clocks surround insecure

no bumpers

suspension height different on either side of the vehicle

Pass 23 Dec 2024 163,755 miles

Rear Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2023 158,481 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2023 158,481 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2022 148,975 miles
Pass 11 May 2021 145,329 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2020 144,569 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2018 133,612 miles

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

Fail 24 Oct 2018 133,612 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded section of front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded section of front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 24 Oct 2017 120,863 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2015 115,781 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2015 115,781 miles

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

Fail 24 Mar 2014 98,107 miles

Nearside Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Oil leak

o/s/f track rod ball joibt has slight play

Pass 24 Mar 2014 98,107 miles

Nearside Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Oil leak

o/s/f track rod ball joibt has slight play

Pass 14 Feb 2013 81,283 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 72,511 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 62,104 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2010 50,725 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2009 42,128 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2008 37,728 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2007 31,747 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2006 26,714 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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EJ52 SVD is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery in Silver with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 EJ52 SVD, 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 EJ52 SVD registered?

EJ52 SVD is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 29 January 2003.

Is EJ52 SVD safe to buy?

The MOT history for EJ52 SVD shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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