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PX03 XGC

2003 Land Rover Discovery

Grey Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2019
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

110,424 mi
Last recorded110,424 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2019
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Fail 31 Oct 2019 110,424 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Towbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

near side rear reverse light lens damaged

Pass 10 Nov 2018 101,329 miles

EXHAUST FLANGES HEAVILY CORRODED,NOT LEAKING

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced CHASSIS LEG,REPAIRED AND HEAVILY UNDERSEALED (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced CHASSIS LEG HEAVILY UNDERSEALED AND REPAIRED (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Fail 8 Nov 2018 101,329 miles

Central Rear Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn WATS LINKAGE BUSHS (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Headlamp aim too low BOTH SIDES AND HEIGHT CONTROL INSIDE VEHICLE INOPERATIVE (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced OUTRIGGER (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively BOTH FRONT WIPER RUBBERS TORN (3.4 (b) (ii))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system ON CHASSIS ABOVE SPRING TURRET (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Upper Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture ON CHASSIS ABOVE SPRING TURRET (1.1.11 (a)) DANGEROUS

EXHAUST FLANGES HEAVILY CORRODED,NOT LEAKING

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced CHASSIS LEG,REPAIRED AND HEAVILY UNDERSEALED (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Rear REVERSE LIGHT INOPERATIVE

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced CHASSIS LEG HEAVILY UNDERSEALED AND REPAIRED (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 21 Oct 2017 94,414 miles

CHASSIS HEAVILY UNDERSEALED

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

Pass 23 Oct 2016 89,121 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 87,894 miles

chassis corroded

Pass 23 Jun 2015 84,903 miles

Oil leak

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

Pass 1 Jul 2014 80,946 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 76,320 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

squeal and burning smell from alternator belt

Pass 13 Jul 2012 74,501 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 18 Apr 2011 73,943 miles

Oil leak

cannot see all brake pipes

heavy surface corrosion to parts of underside

sills covered with plastic covers

Pass 27 Apr 2010 71,791 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2009 58,752 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2008 50,169 miles

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

Pass 29 Feb 2008 50,169 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2007 40,811 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 30,283 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 XGC is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery in Grey with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 XGC, 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 XGC registered?

PX03 XGC is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 28 March 2003.

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