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HK03 XHG

2003 Land Rover Discovery

Green Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

198,678 mi
Last recorded198,678 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2026
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK03 XHG
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2026 198,678 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Near side + Off side (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front inner arch corroding

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2025 192,124 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2025 191,633 miles

Emissions unable to be completed Each pass erratic readings (8.2.2.2 (e))

Front Fuel system component leaking Rear of engine (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2024 187,878 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2023 182,410 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2022 177,429 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2021 174,094 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Aug 2020 171,948 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 170,099 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 164,260 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2017 158,783 miles

Oil leak

Pass 8 Jul 2016 153,958 miles

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

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

Offside Rear tyre tread cracking

Pass 17 Jul 2015 146,370 miles

near side head light starting to detriorate

Pass 19 Jul 2014 138,924 miles

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

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

oil leak rear main

Pass 25 Jul 2013 129,076 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 123,628 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 117,532 miles

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

front differential damp

oil leaks

Pass 12 Apr 2010 106,357 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front differential damp

Fail 12 Apr 2010 106,357 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front differential damp

Pass 4 Mar 2009 97,189 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 96,953 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2008 96,953 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Dec 2006 65,584 miles

centre rear light not illuminating

front bumper cracked

nearside and offside front washer jets partially blocked, enough fluid provided to clear screen

nearside rear tyre wearing on outer edge and is perishing

Fail 14 Dec 2006 65,583 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

centre rear upper light not illuminating

front bumper cracked

nearside and offside front washer jets partially blocked, enough fluid still provided to clear screen

nearside rear tyre wearing on outer edge and is perishing

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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HK03 XHG is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery in Green with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 HK03 XHG, 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 HK03 XHG registered?

HK03 XHG is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 30 May 2003.

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