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GV53 RYP

2003 Land Rover Discovery

Black Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2023
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

149,124 mi
Last recorded149,124 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2022
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2022 149,124 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2021 143,639 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2019 125,008 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2018 122,083 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2017 118,688 miles

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

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 17 Oct 2016 113,460 miles

Oil leak ()

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

Pass 14 Oct 2015 108,464 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 101,784 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2013 96,109 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2013 96,109 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Oct 2012 85,751 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 75,071 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 3 Nov 2010 65,258 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 64,587 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Sep 2009 57,924 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 50,929 miles

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

Oil leak

Fail 27 Aug 2008 50,747 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Oil leak

Pass 18 Jan 2008 45,075 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2008 45,048 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Pass 15 Dec 2006 29,636 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 RYP is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery in Black with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 RYP, 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 GV53 RYP registered?

GV53 RYP is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 23 December 2003.

Is GV53 RYP safe to buy?

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