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SG03 THK

2003 Land Rover Discovery

Silver Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests27 (18 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

130,430 mi
Last recorded130,430 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG03 THK
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

18 pass 9 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 130,430 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2026 130,417 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2025 129,008 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2024 127,908 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2023 126,827 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2020 123,875 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2019 123,767 miles

Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged both front to rears insecure and rears too just sat on chassie (1.1.11 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wing abs pump (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wing (1.1.21 (e) (i))

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

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play off steering box (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength nearside and offside chassies as marked x5 (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

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

Pass 14 Dec 2018 119,786 miles

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

Fail 12 Dec 2018 119,768 miles

Fuel pipe union leaking Fuel dripping from under gearbox (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Lower Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 9 Dec 2017 115,933 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2017 115,865 miles

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 13 Jan 2017 110,450 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2016 32,628 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2016 104,954 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 9 Jan 2015 100,530 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2015 100,527 miles

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

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

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

Pass 3 Jan 2014 96,111 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2014 96,111 miles

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

Pass 4 Jan 2013 91,498 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012 86,602 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2011 79,927 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2009 74,071 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2008 68,957 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2008 68,957 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 56,332 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2008 56,332 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.4.A.2b)

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

centre stop lamp inoperative

engine oil leak

gearbox oil leak

Pass 11 Dec 2006 38,011 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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SG03 THK is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery in Silver with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 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 SG03 THK, 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 SG03 THK registered?

SG03 THK is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 18 June 2003.

Is SG03 THK safe to buy?

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