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EX03 URU

2003 Land Rover Discovery

Black Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2024
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

156,583 mi
Last recorded156,583 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2023
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX03 URU
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2023 156,583 miles

Offside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Jun 2023 156,581 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake prescribed area is excessively corroded wing abs mount (1.1.21 (e) (i))

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

Nearside Front Upper Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Rear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.5.4 (b))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2022 151,913 miles

Offside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2021 141,998 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2020 130,997 miles

Central Rear high leval stop lamp in op

Nearside Rear tyre rubber small section past rim

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front tyre rubber, small section past rim

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

oil leak

Fail 22 Jun 2020 130,997 miles

Central Rear high leval stop lamp in op

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear tyre rubber small section past rim

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front tyre rubber, small section past rim

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

oil leak

Pass 18 Jun 2019 125,275 miles

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

Rear chassie heavy corrsion both sides inner /outer

Fail 14 Jun 2019 125,273 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play steering arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength out riger (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Rear chassie heavy corrsion both sides inner /outer

Pass 17 Nov 2017 113,156 miles

Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both (2.4.A.3)

Pass 11 Nov 2016 105,764 miles

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

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

Rear center chassie corrsion

Pass 28 Oct 2015 97,437 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2014 92,285 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2013 87,749 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2013 87,749 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2012 82,749 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2012 82,495 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 18 Aug 2011 77,527 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 75,565 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 70,570 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 60,995 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 48,535 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2006 40,936 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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EX03 URU is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery in Black with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 EX03 URU, 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 EX03 URU registered?

EX03 URU is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is EX03 URU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX03 URU shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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