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YL03 BZW

2003 Land Rover Discovery

Green Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Oct 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

127,958 mi
Last recorded127,958 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL03 BZW
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 127,958 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2023 125,326 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

steering box slightly damp

Pass 18 Aug 2022 123,466 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

steering box slightly damp

steering box slightly damp

Fail 10 Aug 2022 123,401 miles

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

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

steering box slightly damp

steering box slightly damp

Pass 16 Aug 2021 120,205 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear section (6.1.2 (a))

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

Fail 16 Aug 2021 120,205 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear section (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Aug 2020 116,019 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear section (6.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

steering box slightly damp

Fail 10 Aug 2020 116,019 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear section (6.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

steering box slightly damp

Pass 14 Aug 2019 112,529 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 107,955 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front steering box slightly damp

Pass 21 Aug 2017 103,882 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 97,306 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2015 88,888 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2015 88,047 miles

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

Offside Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Both rear bump stops missing

O/S/F bump stop missing

Pass 12 Aug 2014 79,411 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 71,298 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 60,384 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 52,405 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 47,030 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 43,152 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2008 36,845 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 13 Aug 2007 31,723 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2007 31,723 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 Jul 2006 25,160 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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YL03 BZW is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery in Green with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 YL03 BZW, 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 YL03 BZW registered?

YL03 BZW is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 12 August 2003.

Is YL03 BZW safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL03 BZW shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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