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VK53 KNV

2003 Land Rover Discovery

Silver Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2020
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

128,530 mi
Last recorded128,530 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2019
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK53 KNV
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2019 128,530 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2018 111,870 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2018 111,870 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Nov 2017 99,280 miles

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush Pair (2.7.4)

Fail 17 Nov 2017 99,280 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded All Way Down Chassis (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Al;l Way Down Chassis (3.6.B.2c)

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush Pair (2.7.4)

Pass 22 Feb 2017 96,598 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2016 91,782 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2015 86,080 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2014 82,543 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 76,571 miles

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

Fail 18 Feb 2013 76,570 miles

Nearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

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

Pass 24 Feb 2012 71,387 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 67,299 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2010 62,075 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 47,927 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 41,392 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2007 41,392 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 5 Sep 2006 35,864 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2006 35,786 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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VK53 KNV is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery in Silver with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 VK53 KNV, 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 VK53 KNV?

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What year was VK53 KNV registered?

VK53 KNV is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 29 September 2003.

Is VK53 KNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK53 KNV shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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