2003 Land Rover Discovery 2.5L Diesel · MB53 AFB
2003 Land Rover Discovery (2.5L, diesel). First registered 02 Sept 2003. Recorded mileage 112,417 miles. MOT valid until 18 Apr 2027.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DISCOVERY
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 18 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 112,417 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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MB53 AFB Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 20/04/2026
- 112,417 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 6 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (10 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MB53 AFB MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Land Rover Discovery (MB53 AFB) between March 2024 and April 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 20 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (10 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Lighting (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 5 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Rear Suspension levelling valve damaged or deteriorated and function affected (5.3.5 (b) (i))”; “Nearside Rear Suspension levelling valve damaged or deteriorated and function affected (5.3.5 (b) (i))”; “Nearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))”.
MB53 AFB Mileage History
- 26/03/2024109,690 mi
- 28/03/2024109,690 mi
- 25/03/2025110,575 mi+885 mi
- 15/04/2026112,416 mi+1,841 mi
- 20/04/2026112,417 mi+1 mi
Average of roughly 1,319 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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