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SY53 RGU

2003 Land Rover Discovery

Green Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

131,258 mi
Last recorded131,258 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2022
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY53 RGU
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2022 131,258 miles
Pass 18 May 2021 122,369 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 4 May 2020 112,972 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 112,581 miles

chassis corroded

Pass 8 Jul 2014 110,256 miles

chassis corrodded

Pass 18 Jan 2014 109,872 miles

chassis corrodded

Pass 2 Oct 2012 109,285 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 108,968 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 105,558 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Fail 26 Aug 2010 116,629 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Pass 11 Aug 2009 93,477 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 76,054 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2008 76,054 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc contaminated by grease (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Fail 5 Oct 2006 43,027 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Oct 2006 43,027 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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SY53 RGU is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery in Green with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SY53 RGU, 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 SY53 RGU?

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What year was SY53 RGU registered?

SY53 RGU is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 6 October 2003.

Is SY53 RGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY53 RGU shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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