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Land Rover Discovery

White · Diesel · 1994 · 2,495 cc

L103 GYVMOT history

L103 GYV is a white diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 21 Feb 1994. Its MOT expired on 2 Mar 2024 and it has passed 13 of 20 MOT tests, with 161,957 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 May 2024.

L103 GYV white Land Rover Discovery – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Land Rover Discovery, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 2 Mar 2024
Mileage
161,957 mi
At MOT on 31 May 2024
MOT tests
20
13 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,179 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L103 GYV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
21 Feb 1994
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
31 May 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

L103 GYV was last recorded at 161,957 miles on 31 May 2024, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Mar 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 25 Jul 2018: 47,993 miles, lower than 142,437 miles on 26 Jul 2017.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
161,952 miles · 4 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
3,179 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 161,957 miles
  • 2023 – 160,346 miles
  • 2022 – 160,341 miles
  • 2021 – 159,142 miles
  • 2020 – 158,415 miles
  • 2019 – 155,233 miles
  • 2018 – 148,096 miles
  • 2017 – 142,437 miles
  • 2016 – 135,288 miles
  • 2012 – 134,564 miles
  • 2010 – 129,603 miles
  • 2009 – 123,737 miles
  • 2008 – 115,747 miles
  • 2007 – 109,295 miles
  • 2006 – 105,339 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail161,957 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))
  • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive all (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security all (6.2.2 (d) (i))

What MOT failures 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 Front Brake hose slightly chafed

    Minor4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

20 tests since 9 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail161,957 miles (+5)6 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,957 miles
    Test number
    123214986169
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive all (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security all (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  2. Fail161,952 miles (+1,606)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,952 miles
    Test number
    545147245870
    • DangerousNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play OS/NS (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass160,346 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    160,346 miles
    Test number
    656331496135
    • AdvisoryIntegral body 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))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  4. Fail160,341 miles (+1,199)10 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,341 miles
    Test number
    783880521154
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body 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))

  5. Pass159,142 miles (+3)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    159,142 miles
    Test number
    641627874937
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Fail159,139 miles (+12)3 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,139 miles
    Test number
    457268097095
    • MajorBrake pedal not releasing correctly and functionality of brakes affected (1.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Rear Prop shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • MajorFuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Fail159,127 miles (+712)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,127 miles
    Test number
    863367278822
    • MajorIndicator switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play back (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wing not load bearing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  8. Pass158,415 miles (+4)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    158,415 miles
    Test number
    783290474538
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Fail158,411 miles (+3,178)1 dangerous2 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,411 miles
    Test number
    768264997235
    • DangerousSteering box has excessive movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  10. Pass155,233 miles (+7,137)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    155,233 miles
    Test number
    922028172818
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  11. Pass148,096 miles (+100,103)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    148,096 miles
    Test number
    762919313267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail47,993 miles (-94,444)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,993 miles
    Test number
    581540126343
    • DangerousFuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  13. Pass142,437 miles (+7,149)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    142,437 miles
    Test number
    873639064475
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryRear Standard fitment seat belt missing

  14. Pass135,288 miles (+724)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    135,288 miles
    Test number
    219999523663
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting slightly worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNo rear seats or seat belts fitted at time of test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass134,564 miles (+4,961)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    134,564 miles
    Test number
    617854222054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass129,603 miles (+5,866)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    129,603 miles
    Test number
    200962910320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass123,737 miles (+7,990)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    123,737 miles
    Test number
    843840009396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass115,747 miles (+6,452)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    115,747 miles
    Test number
    253777498293
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass109,295 miles (+3,956)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    109,295 miles
    Test number
    322164787406

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass105,339 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    105,339 miles
    Test number
    983961126289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L103 GYV

Does L103 GYV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L103 GYV expired on 2 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L103 GYV?
The MOT on L103 GYV expired on 2 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L103 GYV done?
L103 GYV was recorded at 161,957 miles at its MOT on 31 May 2024, an average of 3,179 miles a year.
Has L103 GYV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L103 GYV has failed 7 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 31 May 2024.
Has the mileage on L103 GYV ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 25 Jul 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L103 GYV find?
L103 GYV failed its latest MOT on 31 May 2024 with 6 major defects and 6 advisories: nearside front tyre fouling a part of the vehicle; nearside headlamp aim too low; nearside rear coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened, and 9 more.

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