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MW52 ZXV

2003 Land Rover Discovery

Black Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2018
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

229,660 mi
Last recorded229,660 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2017
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW52 ZXV
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2017 229,660 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2016 224,070 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2015 217,828 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 Oct 2014 205,417 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2013 199,699 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2012 192,489 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2011 184,341 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2010 177,640 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2009 166,930 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2008 153,650 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2007 134,121 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 14 Dec 2007 134,115 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 6 Feb 2007 126,618 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

starter motor lead insecure

Pass 17 Feb 2006 114,345 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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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MW52 ZXV 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 92.9%.

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 MW52 ZXV, 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 MW52 ZXV registered?

MW52 ZXV is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 22 January 2003.

Is MW52 ZXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for MW52 ZXV shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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