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NG53 CXC

2003 Land Rover Discovery

Green Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

134,834 mi
Last recorded134,834 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2025
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNG53 CXC
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2025 134,834 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2024 129,639 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2022 128,607 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH SIDES , Starting to corrode (1.1.11 (c))

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated BOTH SIDES (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play BOTH SIDES (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Slight play in steering system

Vehicle chassis corroding

Vehicle modified for off road use

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Screen cracked (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2021 126,046 miles

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated BOTH SIDES (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Vehicle chassis starting to corrode

Pass 27 Aug 2020 125,066 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 121,836 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 117,801 miles

underbody suspension and components corroded surface rust not weakened

Pass 10 Oct 2016 117,177 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 116,488 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 113,630 miles

Slight cracking in sidewall of n/s/r tyre.

Pass 18 Jan 2013 106,243 miles

Oil leak

Fail 17 Jan 2013 106,243 miles

Centre Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Oil leak

Pass 18 Jan 2012 99,646 miles

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

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

Pass 4 May 2011 96,295 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2010 90,667 miles

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

Pass 4 Dec 2008 83,776 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2007 75,196 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2006 59,491 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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NG53 CXC is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery in Green with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 NG53 CXC, 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 NG53 CXC registered?

NG53 CXC is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 3 November 2003.

Is NG53 CXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for NG53 CXC shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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