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FD53 LNH

2003 Land Rover Discovery

Silver Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

150,400 mi
Last recorded150,400 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2018
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD53 LNH
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2018 150,400 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive transfer box sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2017 141,533 miles

Front coil spring corroded Both nearside and offside (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak Unknown source ()

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 1 Aug 2016 132,213 miles

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

Oil leak ()

Rear centre stop lamp present but not working

Pass 11 Aug 2015 123,842 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 225/65/16 (4.1.E.1)

engine cover fitted

oil leak

Pass 5 Aug 2014 115,029 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 5 Aug 2014 115,029 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 23 Aug 2013 111,693 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2013 111,693 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 107,372 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 99,693 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2010 93,465 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2009 81,666 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2008 70,715 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2007 59,306 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2006 47,473 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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FD53 LNH is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery in Silver with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 FD53 LNH, 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 FD53 LNH registered?

FD53 LNH is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 13 November 2003.

Is FD53 LNH safe to buy?

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