2003 Land Rover Discovery 2.5L Diesel · YF52 MXA
2003 Land Rover Discovery (2.5L, diesel). First registered 07 Jan 2003. Recorded mileage 139,980 miles. MOT expired on 27 Nov 2023.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DISCOVERY
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Leeds
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 27 Nov 2023
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 139,980 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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YF52 MXA Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 15/05/2024
- 139,980 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
YF52 MXA MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Land Rover Discovery (YF52 MXA) between November 2021 and May 2024.
The record contains 2 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 15 May 2024 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
YF52 MXA Mileage History
- 19/11/2021135,297 mi
- 04/11/2022138,370 mi+3,073 mi
- 15/05/2024139,980 mi+1,610 mi
Average of roughly 1,884 miles per year across 3 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: Below 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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