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PX03 LDD

2003 Land Rover Discovery

Grey Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

144,438 mi
Last recorded144,438 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2026
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX03 LDD
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2026 144,438 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both fronts (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal vehicle underbody repaired and undersealed (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2025 142,246 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both fronts (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both rear inner wheel arches (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2024 140,156 miles

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

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

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

Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security area behind fuel filter (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2023 137,966 miles

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

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Jun 2022 136,682 miles

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal vehicle underbody repaired and undersealed (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 19 May 2021 130,412 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main feed (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive body mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 2 Jun 2020 125,723 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin offside weather seal torn on caliper (rear) (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 May 2019 121,356 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 116,699 miles
Fail 23 May 2018 116,699 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Jun 2017 109,990 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Rear chassis has slight corrosion

Pass 19 May 2016 100,544 miles

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play rear of axle marked (2.2.B.1f)

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

slight corrosion to rear of chassis, oil leak,

Pass 1 Jun 2015 94,266 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

Fail 20 May 2014 87,648 miles

Oil leak

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 20 May 2014 87,648 miles

Oil leak

Pass 23 May 2013 81,054 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Oil leak

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

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

Pass 7 Jun 2012 74,167 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 66,761 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2011 66,757 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Pass 5 May 2010 59,163 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 47,530 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 39,338 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2008 39,338 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

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

Pass 13 Apr 2007 31,130 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 21,830 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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PX03 LDD is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery in Grey with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 PX03 LDD, 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 PX03 LDD registered?

PX03 LDD is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 24 April 2003.

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