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PL03 LOA

2003 Land Rover Discovery

Blue Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2022
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

182,245 mi
Last recorded182,245 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2021
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL03 LOA
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2021 182,245 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced middle body mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

general underbody corrosion

no rear window

Pass 13 Oct 2020 175,804 miles

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

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

chassis showing signs of corrosion

Pass 9 Oct 2019 169,808 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 164,803 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2017 160,634 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2016 155,672 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2015 148,006 miles

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

Pass 28 Oct 2014 140,251 miles

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 2013 131,702 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 124,120 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

Pass 19 Sep 2011 115,522 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 107,858 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2010 101,252 miles

Hydraulic pipes running along o/s chassis member slightly corroded.

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

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

O/S rear brake disc splash guard corroded.

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

Pass 12 Dec 2008 84,887 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2008 84,887 miles

Nearside Drag link end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Pass 24 Dec 2007 71,437 miles
Fail 24 Dec 2007 71,437 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 22 Jul 2006 53,082 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2006 53,082 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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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PL03 LOA 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 84.2%.

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 PL03 LOA, 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 PL03 LOA registered?

PL03 LOA is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 26 June 2003.

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