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PJ53 ZWH

2003 Land Rover Discovery

Black Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

148,280 mi
Last recorded148,280 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ53 ZWH
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 148,280 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2023 148,096 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2023 148,024 miles

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

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis marked in yellow (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Sep 2022 147,922 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear rear chassis covered in underseal

Pass 13 Aug 2021 147,576 miles

Central Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Brake prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch near abs pump (1.1.21 (e) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security body mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Centre body mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

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

Rear chassis covered in underseal

Steering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))

Fail 2 Aug 2021 147,576 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Emissions not tested excessive exhaust leak (8.2.2.2 (e))

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible led fitted (4.1.4 (c))

Nearside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible led fitted (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Central Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Brake prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch near abs pump (1.1.21 (e) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security body mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Centre body mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

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

Rear chassis covered in underseal

Steering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jul 2020 118,234 miles

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

Fail 20 Jul 2020 118,232 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

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

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

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

Pass 2 Aug 2019 112,357 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2018 110,842 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2017 107,961 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 106,480 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2015 103,264 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 21 Jul 2014 101,944 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2014 101,825 miles

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

Offside Rear brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Power steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

Rear mudguard insecure

chassi corroded

Pass 29 Jul 2013 94,039 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2013 94,039 miles

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

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside rear and nearside rear chassis legs corroded

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 30 Jul 2012 91,380 miles

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

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

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

Pass 27 Sep 2011 83,334 miles

Oil leak

Fail 27 Sep 2011 83,334 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Oil leak

Pass 3 Jun 2010 70,166 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2010 67,075 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2009 57,320 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2008 44,792 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2006 31,072 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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PJ53 ZWH is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery in Black with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 PJ53 ZWH, 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 PJ53 ZWH registered?

PJ53 ZWH is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 28 November 2003.

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