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EX53 GCK

2003 Land Rover Discovery

Green Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Nov 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

198,703 mi
Last recorded198,703 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX53 GCK
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 198,703 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2024 178,618 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2023 158,279 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Nov 2022 138,075 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2021 118,236 miles

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

Pass 20 Nov 2020 111,253 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2019 104,080 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 90,342 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2018 90,342 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 17 Jul 2017 73,036 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Aug 2016 66,091 miles

play in front steering arm

possible issue with abs system.light intermittently comes on.please have system checked

Pass 7 Aug 2015 60,411 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 55,878 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 52,440 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 48,601 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 44,728 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 39,729 miles

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

screw in o/s rear tyre.

Pass 18 Mar 2009 34,898 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2008 29,810 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2006 22,512 miles

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside 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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EX53 GCK is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery in Green with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 EX53 GCK, 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 EX53 GCK registered?

EX53 GCK is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 26 September 2003.

Is EX53 GCK safe to buy?

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