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YK03 OBH

2003 Land Rover Discovery

Black Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Dec 2026
Tests25 (22 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate88%

Mileage

147,995 mi
Last recorded147,995 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2025
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK03 OBH
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

22 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2025 147,995 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2024 144,512 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2023 142,201 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2023 142,201 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Nov 2022 140,253 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2021 138,068 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2020 135,608 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2019 133,268 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2018 129,817 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2017 126,458 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2016 124,379 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2015 120,866 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2014 117,870 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2013 115,244 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2012 112,683 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2011 105,759 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2010 99,010 miles

Coolant leak

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

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

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

Oil leak

ace pipes rusty

Fail 29 Nov 2010 99,010 miles

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Coolant leak

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

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

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

Oil leak

ace pipes rusty

Pass 30 Nov 2009 86,776 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2009 86,776 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

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

Offside Rear brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Pass 7 Nov 2008 75,236 miles

Oil leak

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

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 29 Nov 2007 65,931 miles

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

Oil leak

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

can't check bearings fully 4x4

off side rear tyre perished

Pass 27 Nov 2006 51,448 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 46,925 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2006 46,398 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear 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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YK03 OBH is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery in Black with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88%.

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 YK03 OBH, 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 YK03 OBH registered?

YK03 OBH is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 7 March 2003.

Is YK03 OBH safe to buy?

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