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VA03 MZX

2003 Land Rover Discovery

Grey Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

213,595 mi
Last recorded213,595 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA03 MZX
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 25 Mar 2026 213,595 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Mar 2025 210,863 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2024 209,008 miles

Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play BOTH SIDES (2.1.3 (b) (i))

GENERAL CORROSION UNDER VEHICLE

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

Pass 10 Dec 2022 205,604 miles

Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt n/s and o/s (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2021 202,860 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 201,243 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2019 199,742 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2018 195,788 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2017 190,382 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2016 183,178 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 15 Oct 2015 179,004 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2014 168,345 miles

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

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 11 Oct 2013 159,313 miles

Oil leak

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Pass 24 Aug 2012 148,011 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2011 138,404 miles

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Oil leak

Pass 20 Aug 2010 130,374 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 122,355 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 114,498 miles

o/s front tyre starting to wear on inner edge.

Pass 26 Jul 2007 108,322 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 88,875 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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VA03 MZX is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery in Grey with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 VA03 MZX, 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

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What year was VA03 MZX registered?

VA03 MZX is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 27 June 2003.

Is VA03 MZX safe to buy?

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