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SJ03 OOB

2003 Land Rover Discovery

Green Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2021
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

120,312 mi
Last recorded120,312 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2020
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ03 OOB
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2020 120,312 miles

Central surface corrosion through out

Pass 14 Feb 2019 117,834 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2019 117,828 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 14 Feb 2018 114,574 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 110,928 miles

Centre Front Oil leak ()

Centre Rear Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

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

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

Nearside Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

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

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

Pass 25 Feb 2014 105,041 miles

all streeing bushis deterated

all tyres just extend wheelarchs

both noplates deterated

vehicle in poor condistion

Pass 24 Dec 2012 97,201 miles

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 14 Dec 2011 80,617 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2010 77,520 miles

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Front and both rear bump stops missing

Wiper blades deteriorated

Pass 31 Dec 2009 69,215 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2009 57,357 miles

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

Pass 7 Dec 2007 45,165 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2006 26,395 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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SJ03 OOB is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery in Green with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 SJ03 OOB, 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

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What year was SJ03 OOB registered?

SJ03 OOB is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 7 March 2003.

Is SJ03 OOB safe to buy?

The MOT history for SJ03 OOB shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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