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LG53 VTX

2003 Land Rover Discovery

Blue Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2021
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

132,053 mi
Last recorded132,053 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2020
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG53 VTX
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2020 132,053 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Apr 2018 130,028 miles

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

Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 28 Apr 2017 123,985 miles

advise slight engine oil leaks

advise slight free play in nsf track rod end

tyres cracking and perishing but not down to cords

Pass 19 Dec 2015 114,510 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2015 112,006 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Pass 6 Jan 2014 107,092 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2013 99,713 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jan 2012 92,805 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2011 86,497 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2011 86,497 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 11 Jan 2010 79,325 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2009 71,300 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2008 63,323 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end slightly misaligned (2.2.C.1b)

Off Side Front tyre just rubs on plastic inner shield

Pass 7 Dec 2006 48,531 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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LG53 VTX is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery in Blue with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 LG53 VTX, 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 LG53 VTX registered?

LG53 VTX is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 30 December 2003.

Is LG53 VTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG53 VTX shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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