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RV53 TDO

2003 Land Rover Discovery

Silver Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2024
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

152,103 mi
Last recorded152,103 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2023
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV53 TDO
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2023 152,103 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

underside sprayed in a protective paint

Pass 9 Nov 2022 146,072 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 21 Sep 2021 139,630 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2021 139,630 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 25 Sep 2020 127,294 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin and back (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 24 Sep 2019 119,477 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2018 111,112 miles

slight play at front offside wheel

Pass 22 Sep 2017 99,240 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt bothsides (2.4.G.2)

slight play found at the wheel

Pass 28 Sep 2016 87,853 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Aug 2015 65,741 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 47,735 miles

BOTH WIPERS SLIGHT SPLITS

Pass 27 Aug 2013 47,128 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 43,164 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 39,554 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 36,029 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2009 32,922 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 30,746 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 27,436 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 20,929 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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RV53 TDO is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery in Silver with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 TDO, 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

How do I check the history of RV53 TDO?

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What year was RV53 TDO registered?

RV53 TDO is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is RV53 TDO safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV53 TDO shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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