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FM52 NSJ

2003 Land Rover Discovery

Green Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2026
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

147,023 mi
Last recorded147,023 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2025
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM52 NSJ
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2025 147,023 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 26 Jun 2025 147,023 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2024 141,203 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 30 Jun 2023 136,332 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 15 Jun 2022 134,178 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2021 132,811 miles

Offside Front body corroded

chassis corroded

Pass 10 Jun 2020 130,866 miles

both sides rear chassis corroded

Fail 9 Jun 2020 130,866 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Offside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

both sides rear chassis corroded

Pass 8 Apr 2019 127,609 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all coated (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 5 Apr 2019 127,601 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible both (4.1.4 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all coated (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Position lamp incorrect colour both blue (4.2.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 4 Apr 2018 121,963 miles

o/s front track rod end slight play

slight corrosion rear chassis

Fail 4 Apr 2018 121,963 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

o/s front track rod end slight play

slight corrosion rear chassis

Pass 20 Mar 2017 112,660 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 105,951 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 95,868 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 87,182 miles

Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

exhaust corroded

Pass 29 Mar 2013 76,576 miles

Oil leak

exh corroded

Pass 20 Apr 2012 64,762 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2011 56,155 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 22 Mar 2011 56,155 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 Mar 2010 47,146 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 36,279 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 26,203 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2007 16,679 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2006 11,234 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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FM52 NSJ is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery in Green with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FM52 NSJ, 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 FM52 NSJ registered?

FM52 NSJ is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 31 January 2003.

Is FM52 NSJ safe to buy?

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