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GL03 GZS

2003 Land Rover Discovery

Silver Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

94,912 mi
Last recorded94,912 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2019
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL03 GZS
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2019 94,912 miles

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

Fail 12 Feb 2019 94,912 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 30 Jan 2018 91,330 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

General under body corrosion

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

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 14 Feb 2017 87,260 miles

Both front tyres starting to perish

Oil leak ()

Rear prop shaft rubber starting to split

Pass 15 Feb 2016 83,744 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 80,551 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2015 80,551 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Feb 2014 78,376 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2013 75,884 miles

Oil leak

Fail 6 Feb 2013 75,884 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Offside Front Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Oil leak

Pass 24 Jan 2012 68,768 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 62,193 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2010 58,117 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2009 52,546 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2008 46,452 miles

rear brake pads getting low

Pass 1 Aug 2007 41,916 miles

Oil leak

Pass 1 Aug 2006 34,260 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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GL03 GZS is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery in Silver with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 GL03 GZS, 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 GL03 GZS registered?

GL03 GZS is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 31 July 2003.

Is GL03 GZS safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL03 GZS shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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