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GJ53 NHK

2003 Land Rover Discovery

Red Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Feb 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

124,302 mi
Last recorded124,302 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ53 NHK
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 124,302 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Feb 2025 110,162 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Feb 2024 95,150 miles

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

Nearside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive axle leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Hydraulic leak, but not excessive steering box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive read diff seal leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Feb 2023 80,920 miles

Front Hydraulic leak, but not excessive steering box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Pass 16 Feb 2022 67,459 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2022 67,436 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jan 2021 62,599 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2020 58,842 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2019 55,755 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2018 49,762 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 45,577 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 35,729 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 33,320 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2013 32,739 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 32,425 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 31,397 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 29,673 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 27,733 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 24,784 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2007 23,172 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 16,524 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 NHK is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery in Red with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 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 NHK, 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 NHK?

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What year was GJ53 NHK registered?

GJ53 NHK is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 29 September 2003.

Is GJ53 NHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ53 NHK shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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