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MC53 DLK

2003 Land Rover Discovery

Black Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jan 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

144,033 mi
Last recorded144,033 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMC53 DLK
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2026 144,033 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2025 136,212 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2024 126,777 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2023 123,623 miles

slightly poor image at near side dip beam

Pass 17 Jan 2022 115,855 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 113,986 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2019 111,718 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2019 111,718 miles

Nearside Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system Front-Rear (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Aug 2018 108,156 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 99,709 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 95,125 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 90,872 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 85,698 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2014 85,698 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 26 Feb 2014 82,776 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 74,155 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 72,393 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 67,759 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 63,957 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2009 63,089 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2008 55,841 miles

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 30 Aug 2007 42,802 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2007 42,800 miles

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

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

front and rear brake pads getting low

Pass 30 Aug 2006 33,209 miles

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

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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MC53 DLK is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery in Black with a 2,495cc diesel 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 MC53 DLK, 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.

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What year was MC53 DLK registered?

MC53 DLK is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 17 December 2003.

Is MC53 DLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for MC53 DLK 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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