CarVerify

Free Car Check

GL52 HDD

2003 Land Rover Discovery

Green Diesel 2495cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2025
Tests29 (19 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate65.5%

Mileage

159,438 mi
Last recorded159,438 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2024
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Land Rover
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL52 HDD
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

19 pass 10 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2024 159,438 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Fail 12 Dec 2024 159,407 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Both (4.1.2 (c))

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

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

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 2 Dec 2023 150,914 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Lower 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))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Dec 2023 150,911 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Lower 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))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Dec 2022 148,611 miles

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

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

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 29 Nov 2022 148,608 miles

Offside Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp likely to become detached (4.5.1 (c) (ii))

Rear Trailer electrical socket likely to become detached locking flap missing's (4.10 (a) (ii))

Front Oil leaking continuously from engine posing a serious risk to road safety back of engine ? (8.4.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Dec 2021 146,313 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 15 Nov 2021 146,299 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leaking excessively from transmission back off engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2020 145,050 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2020 145,046 miles

Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Central Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling excessively deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake performance not tested brakes leaking (1.2.1 (g))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system fluid (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Apr 2019 143,979 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 9 Mar 2018 138,619 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 132,820 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 127,437 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 26 Feb 2016 127,212 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 10 Mar 2015 120,720 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2015 120,482 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 21 Feb 2014 115,186 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 109,690 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 105,905 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2012 105,784 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Lower Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (1.3.2e)

nearside front brake slightly binding

Pass 18 Feb 2011 103,199 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2010 97,910 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Fail 27 Jan 2010 97,910 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 31 Jan 2009 90,619 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2008 78,717 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2008 78,717 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Jan 2007 63,480 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2006 50,940 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
Full Land Rover Discovery reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

GL52 HDD is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery in Green with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.5%.

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 GL52 HDD, 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 GL52 HDD?

You can check the full history of GL52 HDD by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was GL52 HDD registered?

GL52 HDD is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 27 January 2003.

Is GL52 HDD safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL52 HDD shows 29 tests with a 65.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GL52 HDD have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on GL52 HDD. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.