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OE52 LVZ

2003 Land Rover Discovery

Green Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

155,215 mi
Last recorded155,215 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE52 LVZ
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2025 155,215 miles

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

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2024 153,563 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Cab mounting fixing insecure, but overall security not significantly reduced (6.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 31 Oct 2023 151,047 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2022 149,268 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2021 146,737 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 144,612 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2019 140,800 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2018 137,051 miles

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

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 8 Nov 2017 132,786 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2016 128,627 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 124,940 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 118,817 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2013 94,965 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 74,905 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2011 62,392 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2011 62,392 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 20 Oct 2010 61,892 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2009 54,510 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2008 46,542 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Pass 2 Sep 2008 46,542 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2007 36,724 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision loose (3.3.A.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 28 Aug 2007 36,724 miles

Oil leak

Pass 18 Feb 2006 29,044 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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OE52 LVZ is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery in Green with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 OE52 LVZ, 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 OE52 LVZ registered?

OE52 LVZ is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 24 February 2003.

Is OE52 LVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for OE52 LVZ shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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