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Land Rover Discovery

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 2,720 cc

196 EDVMOT history

196 EDV is a black diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 4 May 2005. Its MOT is valid until 1 Jul 2027 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 180,863 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jun 2026.

196 EDV black Land Rover Discovery – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Land Rover Discovery, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 1 Jul 2027
Mileage
180,863 mi
At MOT on 3 Jun 2026
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
8,102 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
196 EDV
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,720 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
4 May 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

196 EDV was last recorded at 180,863 miles on 3 Jun 2026, 483 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
180,380 miles · 16 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
483 miles
Average per year
8,102 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 180,863 miles
  • 2025 – 180,380 miles
  • 2024 – 180,007 miles
  • 2023 – 179,687 miles
  • 2022 – 177,634 miles
  • 2021 – 175,876 miles
  • 2020 – 166,641 miles
  • 2019 – 152,888 miles
  • 2018 – 142,983 miles
  • 2017 – 138,942 miles
  • 2016 – 123,960 miles
  • 2015 – 113,051 miles
  • 2014 – 99,172 miles
  • 2013 – 74,539 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass180,863 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play ON LIMIT (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively JUST ON LIMIT (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill holed and corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced heavily (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced heavily (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule corroded at calipers - both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule inboard hoses heavily corroded and tube nuts corroded both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened heavily corroded - both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFuel tank support heavily corroded

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

22 tests since 19 Apr 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass180,863 miles (+483)14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    180,863 miles
    Test number
    784272074579
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play ON LIMIT (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively JUST ON LIMIT (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill holed and corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced heavily (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced heavily (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule corroded at calipers - both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule inboard hoses heavily corroded and tube nuts corroded both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened heavily corroded - both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank support heavily corroded
  2. Pass180,380 miles (+373)15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    180,380 miles
    Test number
    301731831153
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn outer edge and cut in tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner and outer sills heavily corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn outer edge and cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner and outer sills heavily corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all hoses heavily corroded - inboard ones near limit both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive subframe mount areas heavily corroded both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTowbar component corroded, but not excessively panel by detachable tow bar socket heavily corroded - JUST ON LIMIT (6.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank mounting plate heavily corroded
    • AdvisorySuspension air tank heavily corroded
  3. Pass180,007 miles (+320)1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    180,007 miles
    Test number
    770846133492
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension accumulator damaged but not to excess air tank corroded (5.3.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis all over corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  4. Pass179,687 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    179,687 miles
    Test number
    681646645123
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule heavily corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play near limit (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule heavy corrosion (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule heavy corrosion - near limit (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  5. Fail179,687 miles (+2,053)1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,687 miles
    Test number
    349537324998
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule heavily corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play near limit (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule heavy corrosion (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule heavy corrosion - near limit (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  6. Pass177,634 miles (+1,758)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    177,634 miles
    Test number
    881382333678
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  7. Pass175,876 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    175,876 miles
    Test number
    178452228508
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  8. Fail175,876 miles (+31)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,876 miles
    Test number
    157625994686
    • MajorEmissions not tested smoking (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  9. Fail175,845 miles (+9,204)1 dangerous5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,845 miles
    Test number
    261649692991
    • DangerousWhen dipped beam lights are applied the brake lights stay on until lights are turned off, but when you switch the lights off and apply the service brake they work as well as using the front side light as brake lights
    • MajorEmissions not tested due to amount of black smoke exiting the exhaust (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust emits clearly visible black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • MajorExhaust emits visible black smoke at idle (8.2.1.2 (f))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front inner tie rod has slight play
    • AdvisoryRear reverse lights do not illuminate
    • AdvisoryRear wiper blade split slightly
  10. Pass166,641 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    166,641 miles
    Test number
    300517824899
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  11. Fail166,641 miles (+13,753)3 dangerous5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,641 miles
    Test number
    477057025197
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both front tyres worn out tread below 1,6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  12. Pass152,888 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    152,888 miles
    Test number
    653980206700

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail152,888 miles (+9,905)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,888 miles
    Test number
    325346961366
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
  14. Pass142,983 miles (+4,041)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    142,983 miles
    Test number
    339950153844

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass138,942 miles1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    138,942 miles
    Test number
    272387227482
    • DangerousPlay in propshaft centre bearing
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  16. Fail138,942 miles (+14,982)1 dangerous4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,942 miles
    Test number
    787943254801
    • DangerousPlay in propshaft centre bearing
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Lower arm rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Lower arm rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  17. Pass123,960 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    123,960 miles
    Test number
    740223585620
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  18. Fail123,959 miles (+10,908)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,959 miles
    Test number
    925865314720
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  19. Pass113,051 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    113,051 miles
    Test number
    373525512319
    • AdvisoryCentre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust centre heatshield loose
  20. Fail113,051 miles (+13,879)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,051 miles
    Test number
    902753487160
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust centre heatshield loose
  21. Pass99,172 miles (+24,633)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    99,172 miles
    Test number
    309510794451
    • NoteAll tyre edges slightly wearing
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly worn
  22. Pass74,539 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    74,539 miles
    Test number
    256119503442
    • NoteFront tyres are wearing on the inner edges

Questions about 196 EDV

What vehicle is registration 196 EDV currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 196 EDV on a black diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 4 May 2005. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 196 EDV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 196 EDV is valid until 1 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on 196 EDV?
The MOT on 196 EDV is valid until 1 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 196 EDV done?
196 EDV was recorded at 180,863 miles at its MOT on 3 Jun 2026, an average of 8,102 miles a year.
Has 196 EDV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 196 EDV has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on 196 EDV ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on 196 EDV find?
196 EDV passed its latest MOT on 3 Jun 2026 with 14 advisories: nearside front brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule; nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play on limit; nearside front service brake binding but not excessively just on limit, and 11 more.

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