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KP53 FXB

2003 Land Rover Discovery

Green Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2023
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

107,831 mi
Last recorded107,831 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2022
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP53 FXB
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2022 107,831 miles

( oil leek )

Coil spring corroded x4 Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (both fronts ) (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

parking brake high travel

Fail 18 Jun 2022 107,829 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

( oil leek )

Coil spring corroded x4 Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (both fronts ) (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

parking brake high travel

Pass 16 Jan 2021 94,557 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis - near rear springs and arms (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

vacuum pipes pushed in to give improved servo assist

Pass 15 Feb 2020 86,870 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

rear bumostop missing

Pass 4 Dec 2018 73,786 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2017 69,828 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2016 65,640 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2015 61,097 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2014 55,971 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2013 51,671 miles

Slight oil leak

Pass 7 Dec 2012 45,980 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Dec 2011 40,514 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 35,273 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2009 29,575 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2008 24,576 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2007 20,327 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2006 18,781 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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KP53 FXB is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery in Green with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 KP53 FXB, 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 KP53 FXB registered?

KP53 FXB is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 30 December 2003.

Is KP53 FXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP53 FXB shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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