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MF53 SGX

2003 Land Rover Discovery

Green Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

116,643 mi
Last recorded116,643 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2017
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF53 SGX
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2017 116,643 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 108,427 miles

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

offside front suspension arm (hockey stick) rear bush bonding deteriorated

oil leak

rear shock absorbers have reduced damping

Fail 23 Mar 2016 108,417 miles

Offside Front Lower Axle swivel joint has excessive play in a ball joint (2.5.A.3b)

Offside Front Upper Axle swivel joint has excessive play in a ball joint (2.5.A.3b)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

offside front suspension arm (hockey stick) rear bush bonding deteriorated

oil leak

rear shock absorbers have reduced damping

Pass 9 Mar 2015 98,270 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 12 Mar 2014 88,139 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2014 88,137 miles

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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 8 Mar 2013 78,654 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 21 Mar 2012 68,794 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 23 Mar 2011 59,982 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 17 Mar 2010 48,945 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2009 37,097 miles

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

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Mar 2009 37,097 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2008 25,028 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 21,577 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 14,477 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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MF53 SGX is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery in Green with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 MF53 SGX, 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 MF53 SGX registered?

MF53 SGX is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 17 September 2003.

Is MF53 SGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF53 SGX shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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