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SG53 RMW

2003 Land Rover Discovery

Green Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2020
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

159,388 mi
Last recorded159,388 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2019
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG53 RMW
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2019 159,388 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

rear axle bump stops missing

Pass 22 Jan 2018 148,366 miles

Offside Rear axle bump stop missing

Fail 22 Jan 2018 148,366 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear axle bump stop missing

Pass 24 Jan 2017 138,763 miles

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

Pass 25 Jan 2016 127,295 miles

door locking fault o/s/f and n/s/r doors

Fail 25 Jan 2016 127,294 miles

Fuel system component leaking rear of cyl head (7.2.3)

door locking fault o/s/f and n/s/r doors

Pass 27 Jan 2015 116,670 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2014 104,907 miles

Oil leak

dampness around fuel pressure regulator

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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SG53 RMW is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery in Green with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SG53 RMW, 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 SG53 RMW registered?

SG53 RMW is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 13 May 2003.

Is SG53 RMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG53 RMW shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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