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RV53 SZL

2003 Land Rover Discovery

Green Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2025
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

106,120 mi
Last recorded106,120 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2024
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV53 SZL
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2024 106,120 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 26 Jul 2021 104,012 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Oct 2016 102,267 miles

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

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play Rear Link (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 10 Aug 2015 101,417 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 100,481 miles

Oil leak

both sides rear chassis rails rusty

Pass 22 Aug 2013 99,653 miles

Oil leak

rear chassis rails rusty

Fail 8 Aug 2012 97,956 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Aug 2012 97,956 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 96,317 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 93,201 miles
Fail 22 May 2010 93,187 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

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

Offside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 21 May 2009 85,890 miles

Oil leak

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 23 May 2008 77,548 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 731,281 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2007 73,128 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2006 63,864 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2006 63,864 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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RV53 SZL is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery in Green with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 RV53 SZL, 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 RV53 SZL registered?

RV53 SZL is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 11 September 2003.

Is RV53 SZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV53 SZL shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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