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FG03 ZDW

2003 Land Rover Discovery

Grey Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests29 (21 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate72.4%

Mileage

145,100 mi
Last recorded145,100 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG03 ZDW
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

21 pass 8 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 145,100 miles

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

vehicle heavily under sealed

Pass 23 Nov 2024 142,211 miles

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 20 Nov 2024 142,209 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2023 139,887 miles

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2022 137,377 miles

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 29 Nov 2022 137,373 miles

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2021 134,804 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2020 132,508 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Nov 2019 128,507 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2018 122,380 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2017 116,573 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2017 116,572 miles

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

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

Rear Vehicle Underside Corroded

Pass 26 Jan 2017 110,474 miles

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion chassis rail (6.1.B.2)

Pass 28 Jan 2016 102,678 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

front shocker towers some corrosion.

Fail 26 Jan 2016 102,678 miles

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

front shocker towers some corrosion.

Pass 20 Jan 2015 94,615 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2014 86,885 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Jan 2014 86,885 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2013 78,664 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2012 66,584 miles

Nearside rear bumpstop missing.

Pass 1 Feb 2011 59,727 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2011 59,727 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)

offside rear bumpstop missing

Pass 22 Jan 2010 49,911 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2010 49,911 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 29 Jan 2009 38,797 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2009 38,795 miles

Offside Rear passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.3)

Pass 19 Aug 2008 36,315 miles

Hand brake near end of free travel.

Pass 23 Mar 2007 27,306 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2006 20,620 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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FG03 ZDW is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery in Grey with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.4%.

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 FG03 ZDW, 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 FG03 ZDW registered?

FG03 ZDW is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 28 March 2003.

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The MOT history for FG03 ZDW shows 29 tests with a 72.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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