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S18 GOJ

2003 Land Rover Discovery

Red Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2020
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS18 GOJ
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2019
Pass 18 Jun 2018

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

Pass 14 Jun 2017

Central Front Oil leak ()

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

Fail 12 Jun 2017

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Central Front Oil leak ()

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

Pass 13 Jun 2016 102,477 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2016 102,477 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 9 Jun 2015 99,917 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 4 Jun 2014 96,957 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 4 Jun 2014 96,957 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 92,956 miles
Fail 29 May 2013 92,956 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Fail 11 Jun 2012 88,108 miles

Nearside Rear Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 11 Jun 2012 88,108 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 80,264 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2011 80,264 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 Jun 2010 72,484 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 63,440 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2008 53,680 miles
Fail 28 May 2008 53,680 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 31 May 2007 44,113 miles
Fail 31 May 2007 44,113 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Jun 2006 33,314 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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S18 GOJ is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery in Red with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 S18 GOJ, 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 S18 GOJ registered?

S18 GOJ is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 31 May 2003.

Is S18 GOJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for S18 GOJ shows 22 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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