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SO53 KTL

2003 Land Rover Discovery

Blue Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2022
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

110,722 mi
Last recorded110,722 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2021
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO53 KTL
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 8 Jan 2021 110,722 miles

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

Pass 31 Dec 2019 109,251 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2018 106,910 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2017 104,931 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2016 102,514 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2015 99,701 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2014 97,397 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2013 94,308 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2012 91,717 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2011 82,409 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2010 71,580 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2009 62,599 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2008 50,304 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2007 41,671 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2006 32,526 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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SO53 KTL is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery in Blue with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SO53 KTL, 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 SO53 KTL?

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What year was SO53 KTL registered?

SO53 KTL is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 17 December 2003.

Is SO53 KTL safe to buy?

The MOT history for SO53 KTL shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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