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SD03 NKX

2003 Land Rover Discovery

Silver Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

177,020 mi
Last recorded177,020 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2017
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD03 NKX
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2017 177,020 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 176,051 miles

oil leak

suspect diesel leak

windscreen cracked outwith drivers view

Pass 20 Mar 2015 172,743 miles

windscreen cracked zone B

Fail 19 Mar 2015 172,727 miles

Centre Fluid suspension pipe leaking (2.4.D.2)

Headlamp incorrect colour (1.7.5b)

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

windscreen cracked zone B

Pass 9 May 2014 161,896 miles

Offside Front Fluid suspension unit supply pipe corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)

front windscreen cracked below wipers

fuel filter housing damp

weep from ace pipes

Fail 28 Apr 2014 161,844 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Fluid suspension unit supply pipe corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)

front windscreen cracked below wipers

fuel filter housing damp

Fail 12 Apr 2013 143,774 miles

Centre Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front Service brake juddering slightly (3.7.C.2)

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

both rear bump stops missing

front and rear n/s backing plates rotton

Pass 12 Apr 2013 143,774 miles

Centre Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

Front Service brake juddering slightly (3.7.C.2)

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

both rear bump stops missing

front and rear n/s backing plates rotton

Pass 23 Apr 2012 123,534 miles

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

o/s front,and both rear bump stops missing

oil leak n/s rear hub

Fail 11 Apr 2012 123,470 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

o/s front,and both rear bump stops missing

oil leak n/s rear hub

Pass 15 Apr 2011 110,008 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 5 Apr 2010 95,301 miles

centre stop lamp not working

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

a c e suspention warning lamp on

Fail 5 Apr 2010 95,301 miles

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

a c e suspention warning lamp on

centre stop lamp not working

Pass 19 Mar 2009 77,744 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 53,835 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 43,516 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2006 31,140 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2006 31,140 miles

Rear Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

rear number plate lights faded

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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SD03 NKX is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery in Silver with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 SD03 NKX, 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 SD03 NKX registered?

SD03 NKX is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 29 March 2003.

Is SD03 NKX safe to buy?

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