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KN03 VNL

2003 Land Rover Discovery

Black Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2023
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

155,247 mi
Last recorded155,247 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2022
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN03 VNL
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2022 155,247 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear seats and belts removed for dog crate

Rear seats and belts removed for dog crate

Pass 3 Nov 2021 155,106 miles

Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

rear belts removed, dog crate fitted

Fail 3 Nov 2021 155,106 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

rear belts removed, dog crate fitted

Pass 18 Nov 2020 154,555 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 4 Jun 2019 151,059 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material several, black wax (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexy , rusted (1.1.11 (c))

Rear seats folded, dog cages fitted. unable to fully test rear seat belts.

Pass 6 Jun 2018 147,672 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 143,002 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 13 Jun 2016 139,699 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 135,554 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 132,340 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 126,690 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 121,864 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 120,115 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2010 114,510 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 104,144 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2008 95,633 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 95,592 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 81,434 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 65,221 miles

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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KN03 VNL is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery in Black with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 KN03 VNL, 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 KN03 VNL registered?

KN03 VNL is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 12 May 2003.

Is KN03 VNL safe to buy?

The MOT history for KN03 VNL shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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