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EK53 LVM

2003 Land Rover Discovery

Blue Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2023
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

59,287 mi
Last recorded59,287 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2022
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK53 LVM
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2022 59,287 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 58,576 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jun 2020 57,888 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jun 2019 57,134 miles

Both steering track rod end rubber split

Pass 18 May 2018 56,308 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 54,964 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 50,968 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 48,025 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 45,131 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 41,181 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 36,632 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 31,111 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 26,736 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 24,292 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 21,877 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2008 21,877 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Sep 2007 18,846 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 14,557 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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EK53 LVM is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery in Blue with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 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 EK53 LVM, 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 EK53 LVM registered?

EK53 LVM is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 23 September 2003.

Is EK53 LVM safe to buy?

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