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HG53 CSF

2003 Land Rover Discovery

Blue Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2020
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

307,923 mi
Last recorded307,923 miles
Recorded on31 May 2019
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG53 CSF
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 May 2019 307,923 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2019 307,875 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is deformed and structural rigidity is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play rear most (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is deformed and structural rigidity is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2016 292,772 miles

very dirty under vehicle

Fail 15 Apr 2015 275,848 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

slight weep from steering box

Pass 15 Apr 2015 275,848 miles

slight weep from steering box

Pass 11 Apr 2014 252,579 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 230,921 miles

rear chassis corroded

Pass 29 Mar 2012 216,076 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 138,734 miles

front shock absorber bushes badly worn

no plate in poor condition

Pass 7 Apr 2010 176,509 miles

o/s/r light lens cracked

Pass 6 Apr 2009 153,798 miles

Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 16 Apr 2008 136,016 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2008 136,014 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Apr 2007 106,937 miles

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

mascot fitted to bonnet

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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HG53 CSF is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery in Blue with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 HG53 CSF, 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 HG53 CSF registered?

HG53 CSF is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is HG53 CSF safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG53 CSF shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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