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OVV 292P

2003 Land Rover Discovery

Silver Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2023
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

137,967 mi
Last recorded137,967 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2023
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOVV 292P
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Fail 9 Oct 2023 137,967 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Front Registration plate inscription missing (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength CHASSIS RAIL (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Fluid leak, but not excessive steering box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear light lens damaged

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 May 2022 130,149 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 124,301 miles

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped in Zone B (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Fail 27 May 2021 124,301 miles

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped in Zone B (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Fail 25 Mar 2021 124,296 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Position lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.2.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 14 May 2019 117,458 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 May 2018 110,156 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 98,041 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 98,028 miles

nearside and offside front and rear brake pipes corroding

nearside and offside front and rear chassis corroding

suspension pipes corroding

Pass 24 Apr 2014 97,432 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2013 96,913 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2013 96,913 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 17 Apr 2012 89,831 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2012 89,831 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Air suspension unit supply pipe corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)

Pass 19 May 2011 85,428 miles

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

Fail 11 May 2011 85,317 miles

Offside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 22 Apr 2010 81,819 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 14 May 2009 78,230 miles

Oil leak

Pass 8 May 2008 63,658 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 51,906 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 39,933 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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OVV 292P is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery in Silver with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 OVV 292P, 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.

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What year was OVV 292P registered?

OVV 292P is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 14 May 2003.

Is OVV 292P safe to buy?

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