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WL03 HLW

2003 Land Rover Discovery

Red Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Oct 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

39,769 mi
Last recorded39,769 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWL03 HLW
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 39,769 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs corroded/pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

underside surface corrosion

Fail 21 Oct 2025 39,769 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs corroded/pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

underside surface corrosion

Pass 5 Dec 2023 39,752 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2022 39,751 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 27 Nov 2021 39,749 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2020 39,448 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 39,442 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2018 39,422 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2017 39,324 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 39,320 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 36,966 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2014 35,266 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 31,611 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 25,154 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2011 21,669 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 20,871 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2009 20,227 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 19,086 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2007 16,885 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 Jul 2006 14,433 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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WL03 HLW is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery in Red with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 WL03 HLW, 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 WL03 HLW registered?

WL03 HLW is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 12 June 2003.

Is WL03 HLW safe to buy?

The MOT history for WL03 HLW shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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