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WA03 HYM

2003 Land Rover Discovery

Blue Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Aug 2027
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

87,420 mi
Last recorded87,420 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2026
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA03 HYM
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2026 87,420 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2026 87,398 miles

Hydraulic fluid leaking excessively (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting chassis leg (6.1.6 (i) (i))

Fail 24 Jul 2026 87,394 miles

Hydraulic fluid leaking excessively steering box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

Road wheel more than one fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jul 2025 81,813 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2024 76,870 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2024 76,870 miles

Front Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Pass 27 Jul 2023 72,250 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2022 70,862 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2021 69,379 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2020 68,276 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 65,528 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 62,407 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 55,736 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 51,256 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Engine covers fitted.

Misting of oil under vehicle.

Nearside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Side steps corroded.

Under trays fitted.

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

Pass 27 Apr 2015 49,225 miles

Both front axle rear radius arm bushes are perished with slight play.

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

Fail 22 Apr 2015 49,223 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Both front axle rear radius arm bushes are perished with slight play.

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

Pass 24 Apr 2014 46,975 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Apr 2013 43,035 miles

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

Fail 23 Apr 2013 43,035 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 25 Apr 2012 43,210 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 40,837 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 38,063 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 35,467 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 32,784 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 27 Apr 2007 30,353 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 27,727 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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WA03 HYM is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery in Blue with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

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 WA03 HYM, 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 WA03 HYM registered?

WA03 HYM is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 25 April 2003.

Is WA03 HYM safe to buy?

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