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RL03 VRT

2003 Land Rover Discovery

Black Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

146,420 mi
Last recorded146,420 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2026
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRL03 VRT
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2026 146,420 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2025 145,679 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2024 144,756 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2023 142,847 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2022 139,443 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2021 136,618 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2019 131,720 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2019 131,720 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Jul 2018 128,901 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2018 128,899 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 4 Jul 2017 125,531 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 119,064 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2016 119,064 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 27 Nov 2014 113,130 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2013 108,215 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 101,124 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 95,466 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 88,102 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 79,032 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 70,437 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2008 70,437 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Jul 2007 59,969 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006 49,980 miles

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

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

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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RL03 VRT is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery in Black with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 RL03 VRT, 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 RL03 VRT registered?

RL03 VRT is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 9 August 2003.

Is RL03 VRT safe to buy?

The MOT history for RL03 VRT shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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