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NX03 OWG

2003 Land Rover Discovery

Blue Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2020
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

119,871 mi
Last recorded119,871 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2019
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNX03 OWG
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2019 119,871 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 2 Aug 2018 116,600 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2017 112,906 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear from pump (3.6.B.2c)

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

Oil leak ()

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal steering box (2.3.3b)

corrosion under vehicle

Fail 24 Jul 2017 112,901 miles

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

Central Front Propshaft universal joint worn ()

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

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear from pump (3.6.B.2c)

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

Oil leak ()

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal steering box (2.3.3b)

corrosion under vehicle

Pass 1 Aug 2016 112,189 miles

Oil leak ()

corrosion under vehicle

Fail 21 Jul 2016 112,183 miles

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis (2.4.A.3)

Oil leak ()

corrosion under vehicle

Pass 14 Aug 2015 110,408 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2015 110,408 miles

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting chassis corroded (6.6.6)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint steering box seal (2.3.3b)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion both o/s n/s chassis rails (6.1.B.2)

Pass 8 Dec 2014 105,469 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2014 105,462 miles

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

fuel lines corroded

Pass 9 Dec 2013 99,321 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhaust system slightly corroded

sills have plastic covers

Pass 22 Nov 2012 90,157 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

The exhaust system has deteriorated due to corrosion

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 29 Nov 2011 83,590 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Fail 25 Nov 2011 83,584 miles

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

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

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 26 Nov 2010 79,148 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2009 70,427 miles

exhaust loose internally, rear brake pipes showing signs of corrosion.

Pass 16 Dec 2008 60,698 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2007 51,308 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2006 22,613 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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NX03 OWG is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery in Blue with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 NX03 OWG, 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 NX03 OWG registered?

NX03 OWG is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 3 June 2003.

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The MOT history for NX03 OWG shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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