CarVerify

Free Car Check

GU52 XSW

2003 Land Rover Discovery

White Petrol 3950cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

167,555 mi
Last recorded167,555 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2017
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

RegistrationGU52 XSW
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,950cc

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

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2017 167,555 miles

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

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

Pass 26 May 2016 161,562 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Apr 2015 156,929 miles

Brakes ; decelerometer brake test only

Steering ; P.A.S. box has seepage of fluid

Various covers / under guards & mouldings fitted , restricting views

Fail 28 Apr 2015 156,926 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Offside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Offside Outer Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Brakes ; decelerometer brake test only

Brakes ; o/s/r brake disc slightly restricted rotation

Brakes ; rear brake pads unevenly worn

Steering ; P.A.S. box has seepage of fluid

Various covers / under guards & mouldings fitted , restricting views

Pass 28 Apr 2014 151,916 miles

Various covers & mouldings fitted , restricted views

Pass 3 May 2013 148,997 miles

Brakes ; decelerometer brake test only 4 WD

Brakes ; possible fault on A.B.S. system , warning lamp flashed on deuring decelerometer brake test

Brakes ; rear pads low

Tow electrics have been checked , recommend check with own equipment

Various covers / mouldings fitted , restricted views

Pass 1 May 2012 142,700 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 138,003 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 136,984 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 134,369 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2008 133,171 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2007 128,661 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2006 125,443 miles

oil leaks from engine+gearbox

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

GU52 XSW is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery in White with a 3,950cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 GU52 XSW, 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 GU52 XSW?

You can check the full history of GU52 XSW by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was GU52 XSW registered?

GU52 XSW is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 15 January 2003.

Is GU52 XSW safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU52 XSW shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GU52 XSW 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 GU52 XSW. 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.