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MH03 XZJ

2003 Land Rover Discovery

Black Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

56,213 mi
Last recorded56,213 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2016
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMH03 XZJ
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2016 56,213 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2016 56,213 miles

Centre Front Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 12 Feb 2015 55,163 miles

Front to rear brake pipes slightly corroded

Fuel system component weeping fluid.

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

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

Pass 6 Feb 2014 55,158 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2013 52,887 miles

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

fuel filter very rusty n slightly damp

Fail 24 Jan 2013 52,878 miles

Nearside Front Upper Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

fuel filter very rusty n slightly damp

Pass 4 Jan 2012 49,282 miles

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

Fail 4 Jan 2012 49,282 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 24 Jan 2011 42,698 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2010 34,552 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2009 24,710 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2008 16,079 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2007 7,321 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 6,457 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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MH03 XZJ is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery in Black with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 MH03 XZJ, 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 MH03 XZJ registered?

MH03 XZJ is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 27 June 2003.

Is MH03 XZJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for MH03 XZJ shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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