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GV53 RYO

2003 Land Rover Discovery

Black Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

173,001 mi
Last recorded173,001 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2017
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV53 RYO
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2017 173,001 miles

Oil leak ()

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 9 Dec 2016 169,216 miles

Oil leak ()

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 23 Nov 2015 164,537 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2014 153,673 miles

nearside rear hub seal weeping oil

rear brake pipes poorly secured

slight lift/play offside front lower balljoint

Pass 30 Nov 2013 140,468 miles

nearside rear hub seal leaking oil

rear brake pipes over subframe becoming very rusty

Pass 1 Dec 2012 127,666 miles

play nearside track rod end joint (rear one of two)

rear brake pipes becoming very rusty

slight play/lift offside front lower balljoint

Pass 18 Nov 2011 114,020 miles

rear brake pads worn VERY low!!!

slight lift/play front lower balljoints

slight play nearside trackrod end (rear bar)

Pass 7 Dec 2010 101,442 miles

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

rear no plate poor condition

Fail 7 Dec 2010 101,442 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

rear no plate poor condition

Pass 30 Dec 2009 88,266 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2009 88,266 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Jan 2009 72,342 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2008 61,894 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2007 50,360 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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GV53 RYO 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 85.7%.

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 GV53 RYO, 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 GV53 RYO registered?

GV53 RYO is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 28 November 2003.

Is GV53 RYO safe to buy?

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