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GY53 TWW

2003 Land Rover Discovery

Blue Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2016
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

133,337 mi
Last recorded133,337 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2015
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY53 TWW
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2015 133,337 miles

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Pass 26 Mar 2014 121,083 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

slight cut in osr tyre outer side wall

Pass 14 Mar 2013 112,277 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 106,732 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear fog lamp damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

offside rear tyre has cut in outer wall but no cords exposed

Pass 31 Mar 2011 99,940 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2010 89,599 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 84,267 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2008 76,962 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 Apr 2008 76,962 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 68,432 miles

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

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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GY53 TWW is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery in Blue with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 GY53 TWW, 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 GY53 TWW registered?

GY53 TWW is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is GY53 TWW safe to buy?

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