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PC52 XXX

2003 Land Rover Discovery

Blue Petrol 3950cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

132,562 mi
Last recorded132,562 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2015
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPC52 XXX
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,950cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2015 132,562 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Jan 2014 119,571 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

all body mounting prescribed areas corroded but not considered excessive

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 21 Jan 2013 119,211 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 24 Jan 2012 113,834 miles

Oil leak

Fail 20 Jan 2012 113,834 miles

Nearside Rear Air suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

Oil leak

Pass 17 Jan 2011 109,643 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2010 103,823 miles

bad oil leaks

chassis very rusty and weak

exhaust very rusty and weak

front brake discs worn

rear brakes rusty and weak

rear number plate in poor condition

Pass 14 Jan 2009 93,322 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

Pass 16 Jan 2008 82,468 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2007 60,329 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2005 43,319 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2005 43,319 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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PC52 XXX is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery in Blue with a 3,950cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 PC52 XXX, 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 PC52 XXX registered?

PC52 XXX is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 17 January 2003.

Is PC52 XXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for PC52 XXX shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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