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GF03 PDK

2003 Land Rover Discovery

Black Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jan 2027
Tests28 (19 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate67.9%

Mileage

115,598 mi
Last recorded115,598 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF03 PDK
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

19 pass 9 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 115,598 miles

Surface corrosion rear chassis members / sills / Front underbumper cross-tube corroded &c..

Fail 22 Jan 2026 115,577 miles

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

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

Rear Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn Rear axle torsion stabiliser [WATTS JOINT] (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Surface corrosion rear chassis members / sills / Front underbumper cross-tube corroded &c..

Pass 30 Aug 2024 108,744 miles

Front crossmember corroded

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

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

Pass 13 Oct 2022 105,242 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2021 97,574 miles

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

general surface corossion on main chassis members

Fail 11 Oct 2021 97,568 miles

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

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

general surface corossion on main chassis members

Pass 4 Jun 2020 91,845 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2020 91,845 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 May 2019 88,255 miles
Fail 31 May 2019 88,254 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt outer (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt outer (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire fuel filter (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 30 May 2018 86,644 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 84,859 miles

Nearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Jun 2016 83,438 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 3 Jun 2016 83,427 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe leaking above chassis (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 May 2015 81,291 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 80,027 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2014 80,027 miles

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Fail 1 Jun 2013 78,416 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 1 Jun 2013 78,416 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 76,910 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 75,393 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 73,276 miles
Pass 23 May 2009 70,891 miles
Pass 31 May 2008 68,147 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 64,566 miles
Fail 26 May 2007 64,566 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 28 Apr 2006 50,381 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2006 50,381 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front 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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GF03 PDK is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery in Black with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 67.9%.

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 GF03 PDK, 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.

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What year was GF03 PDK registered?

GF03 PDK is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 23 May 2003.

Is GF03 PDK safe to buy?

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