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LD03 CXV

2003 Land Rover Discovery

Blue Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2024
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

241,984 mi
Last recorded241,984 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2025
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD03 CXV
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Fail 27 Mar 2025 241,984 miles

Brake prescribed area is excessively corroded brake servo mounting area on bulkhead and inner wing corroded and holed (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam also lamp unit corroded and full of water (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Nearside Front bumpstop missing

Offside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

all four brake discs have surface corrosion

both rear bumpstops missing

Pass 27 Feb 2023 241,478 miles

Nearside Front bumpstop missing

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

rear chassis heavily corroded

Fail 14 Feb 2023 241,471 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front bumpstop missing

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

rear chassis heavily corroded

Pass 11 Feb 2022 240,553 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Feb 2022 240,553 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

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

Pass 17 Feb 2021 239,860 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2020 236,256 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2019 230,083 miles

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2018 223,519 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Feb 2017 216,627 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 212,434 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2015 203,650 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)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 28 Feb 2014 191,799 miles

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Fail 28 Feb 2014 191,799 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 7 Mar 2013 179,760 miles

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Oil leak

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 15 Mar 2012 174,777 miles

Oil leak

Fail 13 Mar 2012 174,776 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Oil leak

Fail 10 Mar 2011 162,484 miles

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

engine oil leak

n/s haedlamp has water contamination

Pass 10 Mar 2011 162,484 miles

engine oil leak

n/s haedlamp has water contamination

Pass 23 Feb 2010 147,429 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 2 Mar 2009 132,199 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2009 132,156 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 5 Mar 2008 110,902 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2007 85,599 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2007 85,599 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 Mar 2006 61,437 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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LD03 CXV is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery in Blue with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LD03 CXV, 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 LD03 CXV registered?

LD03 CXV is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 14 March 2003.

Is LD03 CXV safe to buy?

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