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PX03 LKY

2003 Land Rover Discovery

Green Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2021
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

117,434 mi
Last recorded117,434 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2020
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX03 LKY
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2020 117,434 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2020 117,432 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced centre to rear chassis corroded both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

tow bar bolts loose

Pass 28 Aug 2019 111,807 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides inner (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 23 Aug 2019 111,807 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength in front of spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Steering box leaking to the extent that oil is dripping (2.1.1 (e) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides inner (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Sep 2018 110,105 miles

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

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))

engine cover fitted obscuring testable items

Fail 29 Aug 2018 110,067 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))

engine cover fitted obscuring testable items

Pass 25 Aug 2017 105,703 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 99,107 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2016 99,107 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Aug 2015 82,612 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2015 93,949 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Fail 18 Aug 2015 93,949 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Fail 18 Aug 2015 82,609 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 20 Aug 2014 86,274 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2014 86,274 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2013 83,781 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 80,547 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 77,697 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 73,401 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 67,941 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 54,356 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 36,272 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 23,162 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 LKY is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery in Green with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LKY, 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 PX03 LKY registered?

PX03 LKY is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 18 June 2003.

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