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KF53 SZW

2003 Land Rover Discovery

Black Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

232,516 mi
Last recorded232,516 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2016
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKF53 SZW
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2016 232,516 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 231,707 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Oct 2013 229,552 miles

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

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

Oil leak

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

Pass 11 Aug 2012 223,601 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2012 223,601 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Aug 2011 218,009 miles

Oil leak

Pass 7 Aug 2010 195,417 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 180,326 miles

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

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

Oil leak

both rear bump suspension bump stops missing

fuel filter damp

Pass 9 Aug 2008 149,354 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2008 149,354 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 11 Aug 2007 122,115 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 98,048 miles

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

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

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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KF53 SZW is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery in Black with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 KF53 SZW, 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 KF53 SZW registered?

KF53 SZW is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 26 September 2003.

Is KF53 SZW safe to buy?

The MOT history for KF53 SZW shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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