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GU53 GJG

2003 Land Rover Discovery

Black Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

125,078 mi
Last recorded125,078 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2016
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU53 GJG
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2016 125,078 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2014 118,914 miles

Nearside front body slight damaged

Oil leak

Fail 1 Dec 2014 118,914 miles

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

Nearside front body slight damaged

Oil leak

Pass 30 Nov 2013 113,081 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 4 Dec 2012 103,575 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

traction control light stays on

Pass 5 Dec 2011 98,443 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2010 94,500 miles

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

Oil leak

Fail 23 Nov 2010 94,500 miles

Oil leak

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 30 Nov 2009 88,763 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Fail 30 Nov 2009 88,763 miles

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

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

Pass 15 Dec 2008 84,218 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2007 72,621 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 51,634 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2006 51,634 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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GU53 GJG is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery in Black with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 GU53 GJG, 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 GU53 GJG registered?

GU53 GJG is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is GU53 GJG safe to buy?

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