MOT Status
ValidMileage
210,792 miSignificantly above average — investigate
Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.
Vehicle Details
All premium checks include
50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear watts linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis rail by shock absorber mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis rail by shock absorber mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement pan hard rod bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis rail by shock absorber mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis rail by shock absorber mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement pan hard rod bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Front Steering box has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) drop arm ball joint (2.3 (a) (i))
Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Rear Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced chassisi rail (6.1.1 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn bump stops (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Horn not working (1.6.2a)
Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Trailer electrical socket damaged so that lead cannot be securely connected (1.9.3b)
Trailer electrical socket insecure (1.9.3a)
clutch pedal rubber worn smooth
Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
clutch pedal rubber worn smooth
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)
Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
Rear registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)
Rear registration plate non-reflective border too close to the characters (6.3.4h)
Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
How Reliable is the Land Rover Discovery?
Based on 4,388,972 MOT tests across 325,470 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
Don't risk it. Know before you buy.
Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.
SM03 XDF is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery in Black with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60.7%.
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 SM03 XDF, 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
How do I check the history of SM03 XDF?
You can check the full history of SM03 XDF by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was SM03 XDF registered?
SM03 XDF is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 5 June 2003.
Is SM03 XDF safe to buy?
The MOT history for SM03 XDF shows 28 tests with a 60.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does SM03 XDF have outstanding finance?
Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on SM03 XDF. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.
No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.