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Land Rover Discovery

Blue · Diesel · 1993 · 2,495 cc

L103 XADMOT history

L103 XAD is a blue diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 1 Aug 1993. Its MOT is valid until 20 Sept 2027 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 153,649 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Sept 2026.

L103 XAD 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 20 Sept 2027
Mileage
153,649 mi
At MOT on 21 Sept 2026
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,287 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L103 XAD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
1 Aug 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L103 XAD was last recorded at 153,649 miles on 21 Sept 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
153,649 miles · 15 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,287 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 153,649 miles
  • 2025 – 153,649 miles
  • 2024 – 153,226 miles
  • 2023 – 148,939 miles
  • 2018 – 144,532 miles
  • 2017 – 136,548 miles
  • 2016 – 129,015 miles
  • 2015 – 121,233 miles
  • 2014 – 114,848 miles
  • 2013 – 112,095 miles
  • 2012 – 109,048 miles
  • 2011 – 105,005 miles
  • 2010 – 100,430 miles
  • 2009 – 100,255 miles
  • 2008 – 96,907 miles
  • 2007 – 93,042 miles
  • 2006 – 87,513 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass153,649 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))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.

  • Indicator tell-tale inoperative

    Minor3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

Full MOT history

21 tests since 8 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass153,649 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    153,649 miles
    Test number
    360284072370
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail153,649 miles1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,649 miles
    Test number
    245543477755
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake hose leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass153,649 miles (+423)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    153,649 miles
    Test number
    438880270761
    • MinorWindow damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass153,226 miles (+4,287)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    153,226 miles
    Test number
    311866966378
    • MinorIndicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside corrosion

  5. Pass148,939 miles (+15)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    148,939 miles
    Test number
    594119181179
    • MinorIndicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail148,924 miles (+4,392)3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,924 miles
    Test number
    963962646700
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play from steering box (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorSeat belt missing all rear (7.1.2 (a))
    • MinorIndicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass144,532 miles (+7,984)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    144,532 miles
    Test number
    630565439397
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing on all 4 tyres (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  8. Pass136,548 miles (+7,533)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    136,548 miles
    Test number
    329717455117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass129,015 miles (+7,782)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    129,015 miles
    Test number
    406291851565

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass121,233 miles (+6,385)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    121,233 miles
    Test number
    416856976781
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak

  11. Pass114,848 miles (+2,753)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    114,848 miles
    Test number
    195098094267
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  12. Pass112,095 miles (+3,047)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    112,095 miles
    Test number
    426883813306
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteDrivers seat slightly loose

  13. Pass109,048 miles (+4,043)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    109,048 miles
    Test number
    335618902375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass105,005 miles (+4,575)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    105,005 miles
    Test number
    226239901361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass100,430 miles (+175)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    100,430 miles
    Test number
    422657830487
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAll underside heavily undersealed

  16. Fail100,255 miles (+3,348)1 dangerous7 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,255 miles
    Test number
    594702859256
    • DangerousNearside Front brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteInjecter chuffing
    • NoteSurface rust to under body

  17. Pass96,907 miles (+58)3 advisories7 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    96,907 miles
    Test number
    721403858226
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAncillary drive belt deteriorating
    • NoteCorrosion n/s/f inner wing
    • NoteCorrosion o/s/f inner wing
    • NoteN/s/f passenger seat rear frame cracked

  18. Fail96,849 miles (+3,807)10 failures5 advisories7 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,849 miles
    Test number
    234897548264
    • FailureCentre Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc contaminated by grease (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake master cylinder fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1e)
    • FailureOffside Front Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAncillary drive belt deteriorating
    • NoteCorrosion n/s/f inner wing
    • NoteCorrosion o/s/f inner wing
    • NoteN/s/f passenger seat rear frame cracked

  19. Pass93,042 miles (+5,529)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    93,042 miles
    Test number
    362787547212
    • NoteFront brake pads low.

  20. Pass87,513 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    87,513 miles
    Test number
    920573026204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail87,512 miles5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,512 miles
    Test number
    170710126203
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not in a clean condition affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Questions about L103 XAD

Does L103 XAD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L103 XAD is valid until 20 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L103 XAD?
The MOT on L103 XAD is valid until 20 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L103 XAD done?
L103 XAD was recorded at 153,649 miles at its MOT on 21 Sept 2026, an average of 3,287 miles a year.
Has L103 XAD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L103 XAD has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on L103 XAD 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 L103 XAD find?
L103 XAD passed its latest MOT on 21 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; offside rear inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened.

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