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FX53 PZC

2003 Land Rover Discovery

Silver Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2022
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

215,096 mi
Last recorded215,096 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2021
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX53 PZC
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2021 215,096 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2021 215,094 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2020 209,567 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2020 209,440 miles

Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 19 Jul 2019 205,268 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2019 205,266 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension pipe leaking (5.3.5 (c))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Vehicle structure has a fracture which is likely to adversely affect braking or steering (6.1.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Jul 2018 194,826 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play rear track rod end (2.1.3 (b) (i))

vehicle chassis corroded and weak

Pass 27 Jul 2017 189,933 miles

fuel pipes corroded

Pass 19 Jul 2016 185,647 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 180,275 miles

Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

Pass 21 Jul 2014 169,480 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 160,394 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2013 160,394 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 24 Jul 2012 155,592 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2012 155,592 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jul 2011 148,010 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 140,801 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 127,648 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2008 111,831 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 99,654 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2006 77,094 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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FX53 PZC is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery in Silver with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 FX53 PZC, 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 FX53 PZC registered?

FX53 PZC is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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The MOT history for FX53 PZC shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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