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LM52 OWP

2003 Land Rover Discovery

Black Petrol 3950cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jan 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

134,890 mi
Last recorded134,890 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM52 OWP
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,950cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2026 134,890 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2025 129,196 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2023 124,115 miles

Central Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test Row ()

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

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

Pass 2 Aug 2022 122,933 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 Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 28 Jul 2021 120,412 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 118,597 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2019 115,750 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2019 115,750 miles

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 14 Sep 2018 104,037 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 90,537 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 70,561 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 54,438 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 48,864 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 45,194 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2012 42,683 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Feb 2011 40,264 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2011 40,264 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 29 Jan 2010 35,715 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2010 35,715 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 9 Feb 2009 32,487 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2009 32,487 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Feb 2008 29,101 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2007 25,625 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2006 21,911 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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LM52 OWP is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery in Black with a 3,950cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LM52 OWP, 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 LM52 OWP registered?

LM52 OWP is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 12 February 2003.

Is LM52 OWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM52 OWP shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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