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SY03 USM

2003 Land Rover Discovery

Green Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2022
Tests27 (16 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate59.3%

Mileage

102,482 mi
Last recorded102,482 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2021
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY03 USM
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

16 pass 11 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2021 102,482 miles

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Underbody covered with underseal

Fail 27 Oct 2021 102,457 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Underbody covered with underseal

Pass 30 Oct 2020 100,533 miles

Front number plate slightly obscured

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Oct 2020 100,467 miles

Nearside Front Brake prescribed area is excessively corroded at abs pump mounting area (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front number plate slightly obscured

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Apr 2019 96,951 miles

Nearside Front Upper Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 16 Apr 2019 96,950 miles

Offside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Upper Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Mar 2018 93,645 miles

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

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 26 Mar 2018 93,642 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner arch (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded wheel arch (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner arch (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded wheel arch (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 16 Mar 2017 89,947 miles

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

Fail 15 Mar 2017 89,947 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part fouling air bag (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 28 Mar 2016 84,534 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2015 75,223 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

nearside front tyre has a cut on the outer side wall no cords or ply exposed

Pass 20 Mar 2014 69,594 miles

chassis and underside of vehicle has been undersealed unable to inspect

Fail 19 Mar 2014 69,593 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

chassis is corroded

Pass 15 Mar 2013 66,986 miles

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

Fail 14 Mar 2013 66,985 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

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

Pass 22 Mar 2012 64,240 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2012 807,013 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 17 Mar 2011 60,871 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 55,506 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2010 55,505 miles

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 16 Mar 2009 50,125 miles

both rear brake hose ferrule ends slightly corroded

Fail 16 Mar 2009 50,124 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

both rear brake hose ferrule ends slightly corroded

Pass 28 Mar 2008 43,798 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2008 43,798 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2007 36,538 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 27,074 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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SY03 USM is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery in Green with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 59.3%.

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 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 SY03 USM, 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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SY03 USM is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 21 March 2003.

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