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FA52 VHR

2003 Land Rover Discovery

Black Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

72,220 mi
Last recorded72,220 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2010
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA52 VHR
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2010 72,220 miles

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

Fail 23 Aug 2010 72,213 miles

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

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

front discs slightly worn

fuel regulator damp

Pass 23 Jul 2009 55,503 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

front tyres slightly worn

Pass 12 Aug 2008 43,622 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2008 43,622 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Aug 2007 29,992 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Aug 2006 23,457 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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FA52 VHR is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery in Black with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 FA52 VHR, 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 FA52 VHR registered?

FA52 VHR is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 3 January 2003.

Is FA52 VHR safe to buy?

The MOT history for FA52 VHR shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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