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ML53 WHG

2003 Land Rover Discovery

Grey Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

131,894 mi
Last recorded131,894 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML53 WHG
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2025 131,894 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides perished (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2024 130,034 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2019 129,874 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2018 127,742 miles

Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2017 125,533 miles

Offside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak ()

Pass 17 Nov 2016 124,282 miles

Oil leak Engine ()

Pass 16 Dec 2015 123,777 miles

Offside Rear oil leak on brake back plate

Fail 15 Dec 2015 123,774 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Power steering component(s) leaking reservoir area/pipes (2.3.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Power steering component(s) leaking box (2.3.3b)

Steering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.2.B.1b)

Offside Rear oil leak on brake back plate

Pass 18 Dec 2014 116,587 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2014 116,587 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

poss transmission oil leak

Pass 13 Dec 2013 109,153 miles

Oil leak

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

bad oil leak on transfer box bad oil leak up front poss transmission oil

Pass 18 Dec 2012 96,300 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2011 88,573 miles

Oil leak

Fail 22 Dec 2011 88,572 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Coolant leak

Oil leak

Pass 14 Dec 2010 83,101 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2010 67,774 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 67,097 miles

engine/transmission oil leaks

Fail 22 Oct 2008 54,629 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Oct 2008 54,629 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2007 43,184 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2006 30,981 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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ML53 WHG is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery in Grey 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 ML53 WHG, 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 ML53 WHG registered?

ML53 WHG is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 31 October 2003.

Is ML53 WHG safe to buy?

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