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Land Rover Discovery

Blue · Diesel · 1992 · 2,495 cc

K43 DDUMOT history

K43 DDU is a blue diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 12 Nov 1992. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 178,176 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Jul 2026.

K43 DDU blue 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 29 Jul 2027
Mileage
178,176 mi
At MOT on 4 Jul 2026
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,119 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K43 DDU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1992
First used
12 Nov 1992
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K43 DDU was last recorded at 178,176 miles on 4 Jul 2026, 477 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
177,699 miles · 8 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
477 miles
Average per year
2,119 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 178,176 miles
  • 2025 – 177,699 miles
  • 2024 – 177,048 miles
  • 2023 – 175,880 miles
  • 2022 – 175,094 miles
  • 2021 – 174,339 miles
  • 2020 – 173,360 miles
  • 2019 – 171,217 miles
  • 2018 – 169,699 miles
  • 2017 – 168,394 miles
  • 2016 – 166,800 miles
  • 2015 – 165,668 miles
  • 2014 – 164,058 miles
  • 2013 – 161,380 miles
  • 2012 – 156,635 miles
  • 2011 – 152,798 miles
  • 2010 – 149,222 miles
  • 2009 – 144,093 miles
  • 2008 – 139,035 miles
  • 2006 – 138,949 miles
  • 2005 – 134,552 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass178,176 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 9 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Hub seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryPassenger seat(s) missing at time of test
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 9 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryVehicle heavily under sealed

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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2014

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Front Oil leak, but not excessive hub seal

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2010

Full MOT history

26 tests since 1 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass178,176 miles1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    178,176 miles
    Test number
    217531604122
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Hub seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPassenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicle heavily under sealed

  2. Fail178,176 miles (+477)3 repaired1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,176 miles
    Test number
    328845044121
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Hub seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPassenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicle heavily under sealed

  3. Pass177,699 miles (+651)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    177,699 miles
    Test number
    765922903456
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive hub seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy & has slight play (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive hub seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass177,048 miles (+1,168)1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    177,048 miles
    Test number
    544894856627
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Hub seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Hub seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass175,880 miles (+786)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    175,880 miles
    Test number
    982313256377
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front hub seal leaking
    • AdvisoryOffside Front hub seal leaking
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass175,094 miles (+755)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    175,094 miles
    Test number
    277866118402
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass174,339 miles (+979)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    174,339 miles
    Test number
    561852771581
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass173,360 miles (+2,143)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    173,360 miles
    Test number
    751546798035
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  9. Pass171,217 miles (+1,518)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    171,217 miles
    Test number
    350131514232
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass169,699 miles (+1,305)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    169,699 miles
    Test number
    576587002075
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass168,394 miles (+1,594)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    168,394 miles
    Test number
    596002645061
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Body has slight corrosion wing (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  12. Pass166,800 miles (+1,132)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    166,800 miles
    Test number
    154356009263
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Pass165,668 miles (+1,610)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    165,668 miles
    Test number
    579207605126
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  14. Pass164,058 miles (+24)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    164,058 miles
    Test number
    428687684034
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  15. Fail164,034 miles (+2,654)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,034 miles
    Test number
    168190884014
    • FailureFront registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  16. Pass161,380 miles (+4,745)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    161,380 miles
    Test number
    249122783035
    • NoteRear number plate poor ,n/s/r bump stop missing

  17. Pass156,635 miles (+3,837)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    156,635 miles
    Test number
    316623262076
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  18. Pass152,798 miles (+3,576)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    152,798 miles
    Test number
    349805381038
    • NoteO/s/f swivel damp & n/s/r bump stop missing

  19. Pass149,222 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    149,222 miles
    Test number
    130120590027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail149,205 miles (+5,112)1 dangerous5 failures6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,205 miles
    Test number
    190499880464
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureBrake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteFront radius arm rear bushes perished
    • NoteSlight play in steering u/j s x2

  21. Pass144,093 miles3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    144,093 miles
    Test number
    501713379057
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteFront registration slightly faded
    • NoteO/s front door sticks
    • NoteRear registration slightly faded

  22. Fail144,093 miles (+5,058)3 failures3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,093 miles
    Test number
    573143679029
    • FailureDriver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • FailureFront passenger seat insecure (6.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteFront registration slightly faded
    • NoteO/s front door sticks
    • NoteRear registration slightly faded

  23. Pass139,035 miles7 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    139,035 miles
    Test number
    734341498041
    • NoteN/s beam pattern poor
    • NoteN/s front seat has play in
    • NoteN/s rear tyre is perrished around wall
    • NoteO/s beam pattern poor
    • NoteO/s front seat has play in
    • NoteO/s rear tyre has a small crack in wall
    • NoteSlight dampness around steering box

  24. Fail139,035 miles (+86)4 failures7 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,035 miles
    Test number
    563229388053
    • FailureNearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteN/s beam pattern poor
    • NoteN/s front seat has play in
    • NoteN/s rear tyre is perrished around wall
    • NoteO/s beam pattern poor
    • NoteO/s front seat has play in
    • NoteO/s rear tyre has a small crack in wall
    • NoteSlight dampness around steering box

  25. Pass138,949 miles (+4,397)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    138,949 miles
    Test number
    260915526369
    • NoteDrivers door stiff to open

  26. Pass134,552 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    134,552 miles
    Test number
    584135735395
    • NoteUnderside of vehicle covered in mud

Questions about K43 DDU

Does K43 DDU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K43 DDU is valid until 29 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on K43 DDU?
The MOT on K43 DDU is valid until 29 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K43 DDU done?
K43 DDU was recorded at 178,176 miles at its MOT on 4 Jul 2026, an average of 2,119 miles a year.
Has K43 DDU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K43 DDU has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on K43 DDU 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 K43 DDU find?
K43 DDU passed its latest MOT on 4 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 10 advisories: nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front oil leak, but not excessive hub seal, and 8 more.

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