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GF53 OSX

2003 Land Rover Discovery

Blue Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2021
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

104,239 mi
Last recorded104,239 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2019
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF53 OSX
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2019 104,239 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2019 104,239 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 26 Jun 2018 97,429 miles

Trailer electrical socket insecure (4.10 (a) (i))

engine cover fitted

Pass 15 Jun 2017 94,276 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 90,130 miles
Fail 31 May 2016 90,130 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 17 Jun 2015 87,718 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 84,289 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2014 84,289 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 4 Jun 2013 79,891 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 75,369 miles

Both rear tyres worn near limits on inner edges.

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

exhaust getting rusty.

Pass 14 Jun 2011 70,854 miles

steering box has slight oil leak

Fail 14 Jun 2011 70,854 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

steering box has slight oil leak

Pass 14 Jun 2010 65,188 miles

O/S/R Tyre has cut in tread not deep enough to reach the cords.

Pass 24 Jun 2009 59,119 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 43,996 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 31,748 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 31 May 2007 31,745 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

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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GF53 OSX is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery in Blue with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 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 GF53 OSX, 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

How do I check the history of GF53 OSX?

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What year was GF53 OSX registered?

GF53 OSX is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 27 November 2003.

Is GF53 OSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF53 OSX shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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