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Land Rover Discovery

Silver · Diesel · 2003 · 2,495 cc

AO53 GKGMOT history

AO53 GKG is a silver diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 1 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 27 Sept 2027 and it has passed 18 of 32 MOT tests, with 135,352 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 Sept 2027
Mileage
135,352 mi
At MOT on 28 Sept 2026
MOT tests
32
18 passed · 14 failed
Per year
4,559 mi
Average between MOTs
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Mileage history

AO53 GKG was last recorded at 135,352 miles on 28 Sept 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
135,350 miles · 17 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
4,559 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass135,352 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryCentral Nearside and offside body mounting areas corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Body to chassis (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner wheel arch corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Horn not working (1.6.2a)

    Failure5 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • O/s/f check strap broken

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2019

  • Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2006–2014

  • Central Front Rusted front removable cross member

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Check strap detached but door still functioning

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

32 tests since 1 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass135,352 miles (+2)2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    135,352 miles
    Test number
    165319083499
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Nearside and offside body mounting areas corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Body to chassis (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail135,350 miles (+3,343)1 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,350 miles
    Test number
    955040419850
    • MajorRear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure Bolts loose (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Nearside and offside body mounting areas corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Body to chassis (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass132,007 miles (+6)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2026
    Odometer
    132,007 miles
    Test number
    101822539038
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Rusted front removable cross member
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Check strap detached but door still functioning
    • AdvisoryVehicle chassis and body structure showing corrosion throughout

  4. Fail132,001 miles (+2,072)4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,001 miles
    Test number
    137734365333
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Rusted front removable cross member
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Check strap detached but door still functioning

  5. Pass129,929 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    129,929 miles
    Test number
    962864001530
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDriver's door pillar deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed Check strap mounting corroded but not affecting door operation (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Crossmember corroded, non load bearing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing also worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill @ bottom of B pillar of body corroded. inner load bearing sections structurally sound. (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing also worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail129,929 miles (+7,779)2 repaired2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,929 miles
    Test number
    491385790653
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDriver's door pillar deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed Check strap mounting corroded but not affecting door operation (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Crossmember corroded, non load bearing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing also worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill @ bottom of B pillar of body corroded. inner load bearing sections structurally sound. (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing also worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass122,150 miles (+2,339)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    122,150 miles
    Test number
    891845838761

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass119,811 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    119,811 miles
    Test number
    366944588322
    • AdvisoryBoth sills are rusting
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Bolt on bumper support heavily rusted
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Three pipes in the nearside wheel arch. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play Behind the front axle (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryThe chassis is rusting generally around the rear axle area

  9. Fail119,811 miles (+4,445)2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,811 miles
    Test number
    757750869390
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth sills are rusting
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Bolt on bumper support heavily rusted
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Three pipes in the nearside wheel arch. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play Behind the front axle (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryThe chassis is rusting generally around the rear axle area

  10. Pass115,366 miles (+444)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    115,366 miles
    Test number
    927947184146
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear brake pipe, in NSF wheel arch (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryDriver's door pillar deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass114,922 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    114,922 miles
    Test number
    258240094037
    • AdvisoryAll brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryLower ball joint gators poor condition
    • AdvisoryN/s/f anti roll bar link worn
    • AdvisoryN/s/f brake pipe corroded
    • AdvisoryO/s/f check strap broken

  12. Fail114,922 miles (+3,372)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,922 miles
    Test number
    527332836319
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryLower ball joint gators poor condition
    • AdvisoryN/s/f anti roll bar link worn
    • AdvisoryN/s/f brake pipe corroded
    • AdvisoryO/s/f check strap broken

  13. Pass111,550 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2018
    Odometer
    111,550 miles
    Test number
    732130701411
    • AdvisoryChassis corroded
    • AdvisoryLarge cut in o/s/r tyre
    • AdvisoryLower ball joint gaitors poor condition
    • AdvisoryO/s/f check strap broken
    • AdvisorySpare tyre has ply or cords exposed

  14. Fail111,548 miles (+3,700)11 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,548 miles
    Test number
    859627731503
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureCentral Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureCentral Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryChassis corroded
    • AdvisoryLarge cut in o/s/r tyre
    • AdvisoryLower ball joint gaitors poor condition
    • AdvisoryO/s/f check strap broken

  15. Pass107,848 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    107,848 miles
    Test number
    624329450717
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Advanced corrosion to chassis, but not yet holed
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Advanced corrosion to chassis

  16. Fail107,847 miles (+5,882)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,847 miles
    Test number
    334073613974
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Advanced corrosion to chassis, but not yet holed
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Advanced corrosion to chassis

  17. Pass101,965 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    101,965 miles
    Test number
    828116875024
    • AdvisoryNearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteAdvanced corrosion to rear of chassis & many outher area's

  18. Fail101,965 miles (+4,096)5 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,965 miles
    Test number
    148070475028
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteAdvanced corrosion to rear of chassis & many outher area's

  19. Pass97,869 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    97,869 miles
    Test number
    187609254497
    • NoteN/s/f drag link worn
    • NoteRear bump stopd missing
    • NoteRear chassis corroded

  20. Fail97,869 miles (+7,879)4 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,869 miles
    Test number
    165418554456
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteHigh level stop light not working
    • NoteN/s/f drag link worn
    • NoteRear bump stopd missing
    • NoteRear chassis corroded

  21. Pass89,990 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    89,990 miles
    Test number
    927467553028
    • NoteChassis heavily corroded and holed
    • NoteO/s track rod end worn
    • NoteO/s/f check strap broken
    • NoteO/s/r brake pads wearing thin

  22. Fail89,990 miles (+9,013)1 failure4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,990 miles
    Test number
    875817553001
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • NoteChassis heavily corroded and holed
    • NoteO/s track rod end worn
    • NoteO/s/f check strap broken
    • NoteO/s/r brake pads wearing thin

  23. Pass80,977 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    80,977 miles
    Test number
    569338741374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail80,977 miles (+8,915)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,977 miles
    Test number
    649567741348
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  25. Pass72,062 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    72,062 miles
    Test number
    282063820278
    • NoteADVISE - N/S/F TRACK ROD END WORN
    • NoteADVISE - REAR BRAKE PIPES CORRODED

  26. Fail72,062 miles (+6,549)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,062 miles
    Test number
    644633920247
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • NoteADVISE - N/S/F TRACK ROD END WORN
    • NoteADVISE - REAR BRAKE PIPES CORRODED

  27. Pass65,513 miles (+5,972)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    65,513 miles
    Test number
    162318819285
    • NoteADVISE POSSIBLE DIESEL LEAK, FRONT BRAKES POS LOW AND N/S/R BRAKE BEEN HOT

  28. Pass59,541 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    59,541 miles
    Test number
    443490548252
    • NoteBoth wipers split
    • NoteN/s/f tyre on legal limit
    • NoteO/s/r tyre wearing down
    • NoteRear brake pads wearing down

  29. Fail59,541 miles (+8,451)2 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,541 miles
    Test number
    794320048269
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth wipers split
    • NoteN/s/f tyre on legal limit
    • NoteO/s/r tyre wearing down
    • NoteRear brake pads wearing down

  30. Pass51,090 miles (+7,248)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    51,090 miles
    Test number
    621158027277
    • Note1.2x washer jets blocked †2.o/s/f tyre on 2mm †3.n/s/f tyre wearing down

  31. Pass43,842 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    43,842 miles
    Test number
    551248046236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail43,842 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,842 miles
    Test number
    534724846263
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about AO53 GKG

When is the MOT due on AO53 GKG?
The MOT on AO53 GKG is valid until 27 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has AO53 GKG done?
AO53 GKG was recorded at 135,352 miles at its MOT on 28 Sept 2026, an average of 4,559 miles a year.
Has AO53 GKG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. AO53 GKG has failed 14 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on AO53 GKG 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 AO53 GKG find?
AO53 GKG passed its latest MOT on 28 Sept 2026 with 2 minor defects and 8 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; central exhaust mounting defective, and 7 more.

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