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FX53 YCN

2003 Land Rover Discovery

Red Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2025
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

146,265 mi
Last recorded146,265 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2024
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX53 YCN
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2024 146,265 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2024 140,407 miles

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

Pass 13 Jan 2023 132,359 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2021 121,157 miles

Coolant leak ()

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

Offside 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))

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

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test boot seats ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

exhaust tail pipe mount and joint heavily corroded

Pass 12 Dec 2020 112,166 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive rear diff pinion (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axle stabilizer arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axle stabilizer arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 6 Jul 2019 98,536 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff pinion seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test rear/rear ()

Pass 11 Sep 2018 94,023 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 10 Sep 2018 94,023 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2017 89,567 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

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

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 5 Sep 2016 79,144 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2015 68,783 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2015 68,783 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)

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

Pass 19 Sep 2014 67,260 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2014 67,221 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 3 Jul 2013 62,587 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 58,227 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2010 52,752 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 48,763 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2008 43,574 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 19 Aug 2008 43,574 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 38,084 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2006 34,556 miles

wiper blades poor

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 YCN is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery in Red with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 YCN, 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 YCN registered?

FX53 YCN is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 26 September 2003.

Is FX53 YCN safe to buy?

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