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LJ53 VMO

2003 Land Rover Discovery

Blue Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

139,952 mi
Last recorded139,952 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ53 VMO
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2026 139,952 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Cracked behind rear view mirror (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2025 136,779 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2024 136,185 miles

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

corrosion to rear chassis but not holed

general corrosion underside

underside heavily undersealed

Pass 3 Oct 2022 135,871 miles

Nearside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

underside heavy undersealed

Pass 19 Oct 2021 135,646 miles

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

Fail 12 Oct 2021 135,645 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Pass 9 Jul 2020 134,076 miles

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

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch All wheels

Pass 19 Mar 2019 132,861 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 128,278 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 121,315 miles

nearside rear bump stop missing

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 4 Dec 2015 112,802 miles

nearside rear bump stop missing

Pass 26 Nov 2014 103,820 miles

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

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

nearside rear bump stop missing

Pass 16 Oct 2013 93,099 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

offside front and rear axle bump stops missing

Pass 7 Sep 2012 81,854 miles

hi level stop lamp not working

Pass 14 Jun 2011 68,683 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 12 Jul 2010 59,512 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 49,745 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 32,334 miles

front wipers split but clear screen well

slight oil leak at nearside front drive shaft

Pass 7 Sep 2006 25,201 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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LJ53 VMO is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery in Blue 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 LJ53 VMO, 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 LJ53 VMO registered?

LJ53 VMO is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 16 September 2003.

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