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PN53 VPP

2003 Land Rover Discovery

Black Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

57,607 mi
Last recorded57,607 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2015
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN53 VPP
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2015 57,607 miles

off side drag link slight play

Pass 7 Aug 2014 57,181 miles

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 3 Sep 2013 55,443 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2012 53,652 miles

Outer Front Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

Outer Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 15 Sep 2011 51,935 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear fog lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

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

Pass 15 Sep 2011 51,935 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 49,051 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 43,707 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 38,029 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 33,384 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 28,961 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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PN53 VPP is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery in Black with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 PN53 VPP, 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 PN53 VPP registered?

PN53 VPP is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 24 September 2003.

Is PN53 VPP safe to buy?

The MOT history for PN53 VPP shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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