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GL53 KLK

2003 Land Rover Discovery

Blue Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2023
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

133,878 mi
Last recorded133,878 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2022
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL53 KLK
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2022 133,878 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2021 131,242 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2021 131,242 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Jan 2020 127,088 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2019 120,831 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2019 120,831 miles

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced lens steamed up (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 23 Jan 2018 113,701 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 8 Dec 2016 105,887 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2015 101,296 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2014 96,489 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Dec 2013 91,704 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2012 85,535 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 78,956 miles

rear discs corroded

Pass 2 Dec 2010 71,010 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 61,141 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2008 49,445 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 23 Nov 2007 42,657 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2006 34,562 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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GL53 KLK is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery in Blue with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 GL53 KLK, 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 GL53 KLK registered?

GL53 KLK is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 2 December 2003.

Is GL53 KLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL53 KLK shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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