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EX53 HLY

2003 Land Rover Discovery

Blue Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2021
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

131,052 mi
Last recorded131,052 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2019
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX53 HLY
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2019 131,052 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 27 Jun 2018 124,402 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jun 2017 116,548 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 6 Jul 2016 107,374 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 104,565 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2014 103,651 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Fail 10 Sep 2013 101,411 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Sep 2013 101,411 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012 98,567 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2011 93,997 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2010 90,532 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 85,447 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 73,998 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Nov 2007 62,939 miles

slight play in n/s front track rod end

Pass 2 Nov 2006 51,365 miles

front brake discs lipped

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 HLY is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery in Blue with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 EX53 HLY, 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 HLY registered?

EX53 HLY is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 30 October 2003.

Is EX53 HLY safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX53 HLY shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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