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FE03 XEP

2003 Land Rover Discovery

Silver Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

247,862 mi
Last recorded247,862 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2023
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE03 XEP
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Fail 30 Mar 2023 247,862 miles
Pass 15 May 2021 237,918 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2019 215,106 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2018 206,028 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2016 194,925 miles

chassis corroded

Pass 10 Dec 2015 183,013 miles

exhaust rusty

oil leaks

Pass 11 Dec 2014 170,735 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2014 154,787 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2012 137,209 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2012 137,209 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2012 121,589 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 103,814 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2009 85,643 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2009 68,600 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2008 51,811 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2007 33,442 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2007 33,442 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 29 Mar 2006 25,028 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

report scratch on corner of n/s/f bumper

report slight oil leak on gearbox

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 XEP is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery in Silver with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 XEP, 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 FE03 XEP registered?

FE03 XEP is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 28 March 2003.

Is FE03 XEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE03 XEP shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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