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WX03 UUJ

2003 Land Rover Discovery

Gold Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2024
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

173,419 mi
Last recorded173,419 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2023
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX03 UUJ
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2003
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2023 173,419 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2022 170,884 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2021 169,638 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2020 167,785 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2019 163,861 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2018 157,988 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2018 157,906 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Nov 2017 152,160 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2016 148,846 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2015 140,178 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 126,985 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 118,527 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

n/s/r light unit in bumper damaged

o/s/r light unit in bumper damaged

Fail 15 Mar 2013 118,509 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

n/s/r light unit in bumper damaged

o/s/r light unit in bumper damaged

Pass 19 Mar 2012 116,124 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2011 111,773 miles

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

Fail 22 Mar 2011 111,773 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

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

Pass 8 Mar 2010 106,398 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 93,844 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 79,297 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2007 61,161 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 44,400 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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WX03 UUJ is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery in Gold with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 WX03 UUJ, 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 WX03 UUJ?

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What year was WX03 UUJ registered?

WX03 UUJ is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is WX03 UUJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for WX03 UUJ shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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