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GU53 GLZ

2003 Land Rover Discovery

Black Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2025
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

64,102 mi
Last recorded64,102 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2024
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2024 64,102 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 24 Jul 2024 64,102 miles

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2023 62,423 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2022 60,735 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2021 59,961 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 58,373 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2019 56,154 miles

various engine oil leaks

Pass 2 Aug 2018 53,511 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 50,714 miles

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt and offside (2.2.C.1c)

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

Fail 9 Aug 2017 50,714 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt and offside (2.2.C.1c)

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

Pass 4 Aug 2016 48,785 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2016 48,785 miles

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Power steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal PAS box leaking fluid (2.3.3b)

Pass 4 Aug 2015 47,409 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 45,870 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2013 43,890 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 41,646 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 38,841 miles

slight play in nearside steering arm ball joint

Pass 29 Jul 2010 35,684 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 31,427 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 26,487 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 22,060 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2006 17,285 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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GU53 GLZ is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery in Black with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 GU53 GLZ, 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.

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What year was GU53 GLZ registered?

GU53 GLZ is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is GU53 GLZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU53 GLZ shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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