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GJ53 NHF

2003 Land Rover Discovery

Blue Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

130,473 mi
Last recorded130,473 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ53 NHF
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 130,473 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel track rod end (2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2024 126,375 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel n/s/f outer track rod end (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2023 119,494 miles

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 28 Sep 2022 110,832 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inside wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2021 100,184 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 92,758 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 82,012 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2018 78,533 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

nearside front lower suspension ball joint dust cover slightly deteriorated

Pass 9 Sep 2017 78,301 miles

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play steering arm (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 8 Feb 2016 78,111 miles

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

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

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

nearside rear tyre slightly perished

Pass 14 Feb 2015 75,381 miles

Oil leak

nearside rear tyre 'stepping' on inside edge

Pass 19 Feb 2014 68,615 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2013 61,543 miles

Fromt dif seal leaking

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

Fail 8 Feb 2013 61,543 miles

Fromt dif seal leaking

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

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

Pass 21 Oct 2011 51,769 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 46,060 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2009 40,838 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 33,455 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 27,258 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 19,503 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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GJ53 NHF is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery in Blue with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 GJ53 NHF, 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 GJ53 NHF?

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What year was GJ53 NHF registered?

GJ53 NHF is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 12 September 2003.

Is GJ53 NHF safe to buy?

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