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YX53 UXG

2003 Land Rover Discovery

Blue Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2023
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

188,736 mi
Last recorded188,736 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2022
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX53 UXG
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2022 188,736 miles

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

Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2021 187,838 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2019 186,226 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 180,696 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 168,680 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 158,201 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 146,687 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 136,088 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 127,293 miles

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 19 Jun 2012 121,058 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2011 119,223 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

slight lift in both ball joints o/s/f

Pass 28 Jul 2010 11,297 miles

Oil leak

rear o/s fuel filter corroded and aged

Fail 28 Jul 2010 11,297 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

Oil leak

rear o/s fuel filter corroded and aged

Pass 9 Sep 2009 104,965 miles

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

Fail 4 Sep 2009 104,865 miles

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

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

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

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2008 95,663 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 75,765 miles

brake pads apear low

play in the steering

rear o/s tyre low tread

Pass 9 Aug 2006 50,154 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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YX53 UXG is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery in Blue with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 YX53 UXG, 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 YX53 UXG registered?

YX53 UXG is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 4 September 2003.

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The MOT history for YX53 UXG shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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