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WF03 LRN

2003 Land Rover Discovery

Green Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Dec 2026
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

187,192 mi
Last recorded187,192 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2025
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF03 LRN
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2025 187,192 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2024 178,749 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement watts linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2023 174,907 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2022 174,859 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2021 170,651 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2021 170,651 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Rear Body panel damaged and likely to cause injury lamp lens (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))

Pass 20 Oct 2020 164,385 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2019 155,855 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2018 146,940 miles

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

Fail 2 Nov 2018 146,939 miles

Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative both (4.1.5 (a))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

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

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

Pass 15 Nov 2017 144,911 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2017 144,911 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp inoperative (3.6.G.2)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 30 Nov 2016 143,691 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Rear of Engine, very slight fuel weep

very muddy at time of test

Fail 30 Nov 2016 143,691 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Rear of Engine, very slight fuel weep

very muddy at time of test

Fail 27 Jan 2015 136,225 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 27 Jan 2015 136,225 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2014 126,912 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2013 114,215 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2013 114,215 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 17 Jan 2012 97,485 miles

Oil leak

Pass 22 Jan 2011 75,817 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2011 75,817 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 27 Jan 2010 59,840 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2009 52,519 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 46,494 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 39,711 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 32,639 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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WF03 LRN 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 74.1%.

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 WF03 LRN, 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 WF03 LRN registered?

WF03 LRN is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 28 March 2003.

Is WF03 LRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for WF03 LRN shows 27 tests with a 74.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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