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NH 6949

2003 Land Rover Discovery

Black Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

51,770 mi
Last recorded51,770 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNH 6949
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 51,770 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2026 51,770 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements both E U number plates taped over (0.1 (d))

Pass 5 Jun 2025 50,352 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2024 49,474 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2023 48,203 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2022 45,399 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2021 43,790 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2020 42,149 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 40,183 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2019 40,183 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Jul 2018 38,833 miles

unable to inspect engine compartment fully due to engine covers fitted.

Pass 24 Jul 2017 35,883 miles

unable to inspect engine compartment fully due to engine covers fitted.

Pass 5 Jul 2016 32,398 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 30,288 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 28,173 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 26,369 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 23,545 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2011 19,831 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 18,033 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 16,011 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 13,908 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2007 11,732 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2006 9,463 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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NH 6949 is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery in Black with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 NH 6949, 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

How do I check the history of NH 6949?

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What year was NH 6949 registered?

NH 6949 is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 31 July 2003.

Is NH 6949 safe to buy?

The MOT history for NH 6949 shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NH 6949 have outstanding finance?

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