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FV03 HHK

2003 Land Rover Discovery

Green Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

122,849 mi
Last recorded122,849 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV03 HHK
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 122,849 miles

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

Central Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Coolant leak ()

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm - Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm - Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 27 Mar 2025 119,453 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Underside of vehicle corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 27 Mar 2025 119,449 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Underside of vehicle corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 1 Mar 2024 115,601 miles

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

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced throughout underside (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Perished/deteriorating (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 6 Mar 2023 112,133 miles

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

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Throughout underside (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2022 109,484 miles

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Light surface thorughout (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 8 Mar 2022 109,484 miles

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

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Light surface thorughout (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2021 105,664 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2021 105,664 miles

Nearside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 16 Mar 2020 103,599 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play Drag link joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 16 Mar 2020 103,599 miles

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) missing (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play Drag link joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Fuel system component leaking Breather pipe for filler kneck, hose clip insecure, breather pipe wet (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2019 99,403 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2018 95,929 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 89,647 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 87,775 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 83,757 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 80,347 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 76,582 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 72,027 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 69,482 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 63,910 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 57,153 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 52,657 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 47,877 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 40,400 miles

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

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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FV03 HHK 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 84%.

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 FV03 HHK, 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 FV03 HHK registered?

FV03 HHK is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 16 June 2003.

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The MOT history for FV03 HHK shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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