MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
161,111 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
Power steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))
Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
grease to all brake pipes inspection limited
oil leaks
Trailer electrical socket damaged, but the lead can still be securely connected (1.9.3b)
Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Trailer electrical socket damaged, but the lead can still be securely connected (1.9.3b)
Oil leak
Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
Oil leak
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
Oil leak
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.
Top MOT Failure Points
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FA53 CYP is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery in Black with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.
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 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 FA53 CYP, 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
How do I check the history of FA53 CYP?
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What year was FA53 CYP registered?
FA53 CYP is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 20 October 2003.
Is FA53 CYP safe to buy?
The MOT history for FA53 CYP shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does FA53 CYP have outstanding finance?
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