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YH03 XRN

2003 Land Rover Discovery

Black Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2024
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

223,661 mi
Last recorded223,661 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2023
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH03 XRN
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2023 223,661 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2022 219,665 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2021 217,260 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2020 211,950 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2020 211,941 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Oct 2019 204,806 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Oct 2018 194,818 miles

Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy both sides (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

front cross member corroded

Fail 28 Sep 2018 194,711 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) not working hi level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn bottom ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy both sides (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

front cross member corroded

Pass 29 Sep 2017 186,114 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2016 173,462 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 30 Sep 2016 173,462 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 1 Oct 2015 162,924 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2014 151,754 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 141,099 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Sep 2013 141,070 miles

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

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

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

Pass 3 Jul 2012 128,770 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2012 128,770 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2011 116,724 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 103,838 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2010 103,838 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2009 90,771 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 76,833 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 62,225 miles

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

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

Pass 30 May 2006 45,266 miles

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

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

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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YH03 XRN is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery in Black with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YH03 XRN, 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 YH03 XRN registered?

YH03 XRN is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 29 May 2003.

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