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A8 VDG

2003 Land Rover Discovery

Red Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

119,618 mi
Last recorded119,618 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Land Rover Discovery100,620 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 VDG
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 119,618 miles

chassis corroding

Pass 29 May 2025 117,788 miles

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

chassis has corrosion/swelling at rear

Pass 5 Jun 2024 116,070 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2023 113,401 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Bush perished (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Bush perished (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Shock absorber prescribed area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

Fail 8 Jun 2023 113,333 miles

Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Shock absorber prescribed area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Bush perished (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Bush perished (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Shock absorber prescribed area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 31 May 2022 110,167 miles

Differential oil leak

Nearside Rear Hub oil seal leak

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

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

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

Pass 18 May 2021 106,232 miles

Differential oil seal leak

Nearside Rear Hub oil seal leak

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

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

Pass 18 Jun 2020 104,168 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2019 101,068 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2018 95,343 miles

Oil leak

Pass 31 May 2017 90,704 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 84,164 miles
Fail 25 May 2016 84,164 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play rearward (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 11 Jun 2015 79,401 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2015 79,187 miles

Nearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Jun 2014 72,763 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2014

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

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

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

Nearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 May 2013

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

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

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

Pass 29 May 2012 58,142 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 51,053 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 44,877 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 35,335 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 31,523 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 26,877 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2006 22,368 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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A8 VDG is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery in Red with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 A8 VDG, 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.

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What year was A8 VDG registered?

A8 VDG is a 2003 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 10 June 2003.

Is A8 VDG safe to buy?

The MOT history for A8 VDG shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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