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LT03 VZA

2003 Land Rover Discovery

Green Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

122,319 mi
Last recorded122,319 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT03 VZA
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 122,319 miles

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 May 2023 115,255 miles
Pass 12 May 2022 104,634 miles
Pass 11 May 2021 95,433 miles
Pass 16 May 2020 92,197 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 88,546 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 85,608 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 78,060 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 72,171 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 65,071 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 56,937 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 54,993 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 45,135 miles
Fail 11 May 2011 39,397 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 11 May 2011 39,397 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 51,783 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 26,884 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 38,452 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 36,973 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 13,218 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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LT03 VZA is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery in Green with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 LT03 VZA, 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 LT03 VZA registered?

LT03 VZA is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 25 June 2003.

Is LT03 VZA safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT03 VZA shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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