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FE03 MTK

2003 Land Rover Discovery

Black Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

254,058 mi
Last recorded254,058 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2019
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE03 MTK
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2019 254,058 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Flitch plate (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Nearside Rear Outrigger corroding

Nearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn rear trailing arm Front mounting bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Flitch plate (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Trailing arm front mounting bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 14 Mar 2019 254,058 miles

Front Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Flitch plate (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Nearside Rear Outrigger corroding

Nearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn rear trailing arm Front mounting bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Flitch plate (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Trailing arm front mounting bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 17 Mar 2018 242,273 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 234,683 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 220,640 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 207,596 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 195,687 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 183,907 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Feb 2012 171,632 miles

both rear tyres cut across treads cord not exposed

Pass 25 Mar 2011 161,627 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 145,199 miles

Oil leak

Pass 4 Mar 2009 119,480 miles

brake pedal is pulsating under braking but no abs lamp illuminated or other problems found on test

n/s/f tyre wearing low,down to 3mm and is slightly mis shaped

oil leak from front,top of engine. dripping down pipes from intake pipe area

Fail 4 Mar 2009 119,480 miles

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

brake pedal is pulsating under braking but no abs lamp illuminated or other problems found on test

n/s/f tyre wearing low,down to 3mm and is slightly mis shaped

oil leak from front,top of engine. dripping down pipes from intake pipe area

Pass 17 Mar 2008 97,849 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside rear cuts in tread

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 17 Mar 2008 97,849 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside rear cuts in tread

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 14 Mar 2007 81,677 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2007 81,677 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2006 63,290 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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FE03 MTK 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 FE03 MTK, 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 FE03 MTK registered?

FE03 MTK is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 26 March 2003.

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