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LV53 VHO

2003 Land Rover Discovery

Silver Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

177,007 mi
Last recorded177,007 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2016
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV53 VHO
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2016 177,007 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting Rear chassis (6.6.6)

Pass 24 Sep 2015 169,869 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 157,679 miles

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

Power steering fluid level low, but not below minimum (2.3.1)

both rear chassis rails corroded slightly

Fail 16 Jun 2014 153,669 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Power steering fluid level low, but not below minimum (2.3.1)

both rear chassis rails corroded slightly

Pass 30 Apr 2013 140,265 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 130,195 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 120,749 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 106,449 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 96,214 miles

Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 11 Feb 2008 82,113 miles

Brake fluid is badly contaminated (black)

Recomend air conditioning top up and air purification

Requires tracking alignment adjustment

Slight start of an oil leak

Fail 11 Feb 2008 82,113 miles

Brake fluid is badly contaminated (black)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Recomend air conditioning top up and air purification

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Requires tracking alignment adjustment

Slight start of an oil leak

Pass 26 Oct 2006 66,733 miles

fuel pipe rubbing on steering column

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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LV53 VHO is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery in Silver with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 LV53 VHO, 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 LV53 VHO registered?

LV53 VHO is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 27 October 2003.

Is LV53 VHO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV53 VHO shows 12 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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