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LV03 EFM

2003 Land Rover Discovery

Blue Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jan 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

108,011 mi
Last recorded108,011 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV03 EFM
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2026 108,011 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WORN ON INNER EDGE, ON LEGAL LIMIT, ADVISE CHANGE VERY SOON. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Jun 2023 90,005 miles
Pass 11 May 2022 88,645 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2020 87,852 miles

Offside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Engine area. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Jul 2020 87,852 miles

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

Offside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Engine area. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2019 84,161 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine area. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2018 83,397 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 6 Mar 2017 82,192 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2016 80,817 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 77,013 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 73,798 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2014 73,798 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 7 Mar 2013 70,706 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 67,494 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 62,507 miles

centre stop light not working

Pass 23 Feb 2010 57,031 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2010 57,031 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 19 Feb 2009 53,832 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 49,507 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2007 44,382 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 26 Feb 2007 44,382 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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LV03 EFM is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery in Blue with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 LV03 EFM, 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 LV03 EFM registered?

LV03 EFM is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 17 March 2003.

Is LV03 EFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV03 EFM shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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