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SP03 XNL

2003 Land Rover Discovery

Silver Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2021
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

187,228 mi
Last recorded187,228 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2023
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP03 XNL
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Fail 18 Aug 2023 187,228 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Rear fog lamp lens defective such that emitted light is adversely affected (4.5.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis around shock absorber & spring mountings (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting inner chassis near fuel tank (6.1.6 (i) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis around shock absorber & spring mountings (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leaking excessively from engine from oil filter area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Dec 2020 177,500 miles

Nearside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 6 Nov 2019 166,898 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2019 166,834 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded and functionality of the braking system is affected inner wing by abs pump (1.1.21 (e) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded and functionality of the braking system is affected inner wing by servo (1.1.21 (e) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Oct 2018 158,531 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2017 149,046 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2017 149,046 miles

Registration plate lamp not working new bulb (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 13 Oct 2016 139,831 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2016 139,831 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault clean fault (5.4.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid refill (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Oct 2015 130,336 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2014 120,906 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2013 112,443 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 15 Oct 2013 112,443 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2012 105,367 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2011 98,363 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 89,633 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 4 Jun 2009 79,756 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 19 May 2008 72,331 miles

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 7 Jul 2007 63,637 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 62,609 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2007 62,609 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Mar 2006 44,517 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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SP03 XNL is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery in Silver with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 SP03 XNL, 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 SP03 XNL registered?

SP03 XNL is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 28 March 2003.

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