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R903 MPR

1997 Land Rover Discovery

Green Petrol 3947cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jan 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

103,998 mi
Last recorded103,998 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 1997 Land Rover Discovery124,978 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR903 MPR
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,947cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2025 103,998 miles

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

Pass 18 Dec 2024 103,339 miles

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

Pass 12 Dec 2023 103,191 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2022 103,067 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2021 102,619 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2021 102,619 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 21 Dec 2020 101,821 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2019 100,917 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 100,148 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 30 Jun 2017 99,340 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2017 99,340 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 Jun 2016 98,249 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 97,102 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 95,539 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 93,995 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 92,444 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 88,726 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 84,164 miles

offside step corroded

something loose inside exhaust front silencer

nearside step corroded

Fail 2 Jul 2010 84,164 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

offside step corroded

something loose inside exhaust front silencer

nearside step corroded

Pass 8 Oct 2008 75,453 miles

alternator very noisey

both side steps corroded

front and rear brake pads worn

rear tyres worn

Pass 2 Jul 2007 70,006 miles

rear brake pads appear worn

rear exhaust silencer in poor condition

rear tyres worn

Pass 29 Jun 2006 63,259 miles

front brake discs worn

outer skin on rear silencer rusted through

rear brake pads and discs worn

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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R903 MPR is a 1997 Land Rover Discovery in Green with a 3,947cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 1997 Land Rover Discovery models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 124,978 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 R903 MPR, 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 29 years old, this Land Rover Discovery is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R903 MPR registered?

R903 MPR is a 1997 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 19 December 1997.

Is R903 MPR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R903 MPR shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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