2003 Land Rover Discovery 2.5L Diesel · WP52 GLK
2003 Land Rover Discovery (2.5L, diesel). First registered 30 Jan 2003. Recorded mileage 174,237 miles. MOT valid until 20 Nov 2026.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DISCOVERY
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Bristol
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 20 Nov 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 174,237 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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WP52 GLK Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 21/11/2025
- 174,237 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (10 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
WP52 GLK 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 (WP52 GLK) between October 2023 and November 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 21 November 2025 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), Lighting (3 issues), Steering (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 18 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 Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Nearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Hub to arm ball joint bo”.
WP52 GLK Mileage History
- 24/10/2023155,848 mi
- 07/10/2024164,873 mi+9,025 mi
- 15/10/2025174,188 mi+9,315 mi
- 13/11/2025174,198 mi+10 mi
- 21/11/2025174,237 mi+39 mi
Average of roughly 8,849 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Land Rover Discovery 2 (L318)
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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- TD5 Injector Harness Oil MigrationSerious
Oil seeps along the injector wiring harness into the ECU red plug connector, causing rough running, misfires and potential ECU damage.
- Air Suspension and ACE System FailuresSerious
Self-levelling suspension (SLS) air bags perish and compressors fail. The ACE system leaks from corroded pipes, causing handling issues and expensive repairs.
- Three Amigos (ABS/TC/ HDC Warnings)Moderate
The ABS, Traction Control, and Hill Descent Control warning lights illuminate together. Usually caused by ABS sensor failures but can indicate more expensive 4WD system issues.
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