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HX53 CCN

2003 Land Rover Discovery

Black Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2024
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

190,910 mi
Last recorded190,910 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2023
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX53 CCN
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2023 190,910 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2022 118,217 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2021 117,691 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2020 116,969 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2020 116,969 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 16 Jan 2019 116,140 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2019 116,140 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 24 Jan 2018 115,678 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2017 115,445 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2016 109,292 miles

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

front wiper blades splitting

oil leaks

Fail 4 Jan 2016 109,292 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

front wiper blades splitting

oil leaks

Pass 3 Dec 2014 94,872 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

high level brake light not operating.

Fail 3 Dec 2014 94,872 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

high level brake light not operating.

Pass 4 Dec 2013 84,485 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

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

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

the underside of vehicle has just been undersealed

Pass 6 Dec 2012 74,093 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 68,854 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2011 64,440 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010 58,915 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 54,897 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 51,755 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 45,855 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 39,382 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2006 39,382 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Fail 1 Sep 2006 39,382 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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HX53 CCN is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery in Black with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 HX53 CCN, 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 HX53 CCN registered?

HX53 CCN is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 3 October 2003.

Is HX53 CCN safe to buy?

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