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GJ53 HPE

2003 Land Rover Discovery

Black Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2019
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

135,394 mi
Last recorded135,394 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2018
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ53 HPE
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2018 135,394 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 124,562 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 114,907 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 23 May 2016 114,907 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 May 2015 106,427 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Oct 2013 92,239 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 81,900 miles

advise coolant level low when presented for test

Fail 15 Oct 2012 81,900 miles

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

advise coolant level low when presented for test

Fail 4 Oct 2011 79,091 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

advise rear w/wiper split advise rear brake discs light scoring

Pass 4 Oct 2011 79,091 miles

advise rear w/wiper split advise rear brake discs light scoring

Pass 11 Oct 2010 72,703 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2010 72,703 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Oct 2009 66,446 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2008 59,419 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2007 54,211 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2007 54,211 miles

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

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

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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GJ53 HPE is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery in Black with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 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 GJ53 HPE, 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 GJ53 HPE registered?

GJ53 HPE is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 29 December 2003.

Is GJ53 HPE safe to buy?

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