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EW03 NPZ

2003 Land Rover Discovery

Green Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2018
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

298,175 mi
Last recorded298,175 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2017
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEW03 NPZ
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2017 298,175 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2015 288,702 miles

o/s inner doorstep corroded

slight misting of oil from n/s/r hub bearing oil seal

Pass 22 Nov 2014 172,550 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Fail 5 Nov 2014 172,533 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 8 Nov 2013 162,207 miles

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

Nearside Rear Radius arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Radius arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Oct 2012 155,532 miles

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

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Fail 24 Oct 2012 155,526 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Front Panhard rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Fail 13 Oct 2011 144,862 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Oct 2011 144,862 miles

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

Fail 5 Oct 2011 144,660 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a seal (2.3.3b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 9 Sep 2010 132,352 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

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

Pass 28 Aug 2009 121,443 miles

offside front tyre slightly out of shape on inside edge

Pass 18 Aug 2008 113,624 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2007 98,141 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2006 79,558 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 22 Jul 2006 79,558 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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EW03 NPZ is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery in Green with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 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 EW03 NPZ, 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 EW03 NPZ registered?

EW03 NPZ is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 22 August 2003.

Is EW03 NPZ safe to buy?

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