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Land Rover Discovery

Blue · Diesel · 1998 · 2,495 cc

L1 CAUMOT history

L1 CAU is a blue diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT expired on 17 Oct 2026 and it has passed 20 of 35 MOT tests, with 195,359 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Oct 2026.

L1 CAU blue 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 17 Oct 2026
Mileage
195,359 mi
At MOT on 27 Oct 2026
MOT tests
35
20 passed · 15 failed
Per year
4,095 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L1 CAU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
27 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

L1 CAU was last recorded at 195,359 miles on 27 Oct 2026, 2,801 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
192,558 miles · 13 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
2,801 miles
Average per year
4,095 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 195,359 miles
  • 2025 – 192,558 miles
  • 2024 – 191,883 miles
  • 2023 – 191,751 miles
  • 2022 – 191,660 miles
  • 2021 – 187,843 miles
  • 2020 – 185,896 miles
  • 2019 – 183,518 miles
  • 2018 – 176,968 miles
  • 2017 – 176,783 miles
  • 2016 – 176,610 miles
  • 2015 – 174,753 miles
  • 2014 – 167,231 miles
  • 2013 – 159,059 miles
  • 2012 – 151,428 miles
  • 2011 – 141,746 miles
  • 2010 – 134,274 miles
  • 2009 – 133,024 miles
  • 2008 – 121,824 miles
  • 2007 – 113,552 miles
  • 2006 – 111,824 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail195,359 miles
  • DangerousRear Prop shaft likely to become detached (6.1.7 (a) (ii))
  • MajorRear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt a frame (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorSeat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced offside rear inner and outer sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside and nearside front inner wings rusted

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 Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory10 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Offside Front tyre worn inner edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

35 tests since 3 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail195,359 miles (+2,801)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,359 miles
    Test number
    270495552577
    • DangerousRear Prop shaft likely to become detached (6.1.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt a frame (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSeat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced offside rear inner and outer sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside front inner wings rusted

  2. Pass192,558 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    192,558 miles
    Test number
    298279252309
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position light much brighter than o/s
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail192,553 miles (+670)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,553 miles
    Test number
    449054836993
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position light much brighter than o/s
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass191,883 miles (+132)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    191,883 miles
    Test number
    194262019697
    • MinorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass191,751 miles (+91)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    191,751 miles
    Test number
    880278422760
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass191,660 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    191,660 miles
    Test number
    894604057724
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail191,655 miles (+3,812)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,655 miles
    Test number
    565339004005
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass187,843 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    187,843 miles
    Test number
    585128687251
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail187,838 miles (+1,942)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,838 miles
    Test number
    489935382562
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass185,896 miles (+4)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    185,896 miles
    Test number
    382697867710
    • MinorOffside Rear All position lamps light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  11. Fail185,892 miles (+2,374)6 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,892 miles
    Test number
    595576942806
    • MajorOffside Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Prop shaft flexible coupling excessively deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear All position lamps light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  12. Pass183,518 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    183,518 miles
    Test number
    501603423015
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear door difficult to open from outside

  13. Fail183,513 miles (+6,545)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,513 miles
    Test number
    612880057935
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear door difficult to open from outside

  14. Pass176,968 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    176,968 miles
    Test number
    208833089007
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn inside edge and cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Fluid leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle in need of clean very dirty inside and out

  15. Fail176,963 miles (+180)1 dangerous4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,963 miles
    Test number
    622510301716
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn inside edge and cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Fluid leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle in need of clean very dirty inside and out

  16. Pass176,783 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    176,783 miles
    Test number
    861195520436
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail176,783 miles (+173)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,783 miles
    Test number
    486157279393
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass176,610 miles (+5)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    176,610 miles
    Test number
    922183917675
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear over rear axle (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust section corroded

  19. Fail176,605 miles (+1,852)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,605 miles
    Test number
    652683827001
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner door sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear over rear axle (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust section corroded

  20. Pass174,753 miles (+5)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    174,753 miles
    Test number
    902099474545
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear over rear chassis (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Fail174,748 miles (+7,517)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,748 miles
    Test number
    223189946820
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureRear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle tailgate (6.2.B.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear over rear chassis (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Pass167,231 miles (+5)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    167,231 miles
    Test number
    319437984451
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteRear propshaft coupling split

  23. Fail167,226 miles (+8,167)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,226 miles
    Test number
    369576284468
    • FailureBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteRear propshaft coupling split

  24. Pass159,059 miles (+4)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    159,059 miles
    Test number
    236200883297
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear exhaust corroded

  25. Fail159,055 miles (+7,627)8 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,055 miles
    Test number
    905296973222
    • FailureNearside Front Tie bar/rod insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear exhaust corroded

  26. Pass151,428 miles (+5)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    151,428 miles
    Test number
    976145862217
    • NoteN/s front tyre worn on both edges

  27. Fail151,423 miles (+9,677)8 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,423 miles
    Test number
    625032462248
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteN/s front tyre worn on both edges

  28. Pass141,746 miles (+149)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    141,746 miles
    Test number
    359262771291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail141,597 miles (+7,323)7 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,597 miles
    Test number
    919427561259
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteN/s door mirror lens cracked

  30. Pass134,274 miles (+1,250)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    134,274 miles
    Test number
    102855570247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass133,024 miles (+11,200)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    133,024 miles
    Test number
    430370399242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass121,824 miles (+8,272)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    121,824 miles
    Test number
    971262298257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass113,552 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    113,552 miles
    Test number
    560068727234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Fail113,552 miles (+1,728)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,552 miles
    Test number
    931378827219
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

  35. Pass111,824 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    111,824 miles
    Test number
    580924556163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L1 CAU

Does L1 CAU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L1 CAU expired on 17 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L1 CAU?
The MOT on L1 CAU expired on 17 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L1 CAU done?
L1 CAU was recorded at 195,359 miles at its MOT on 27 Oct 2026, an average of 4,095 miles a year.
Has L1 CAU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L1 CAU has failed 15 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on L1 CAU 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 L1 CAU find?
L1 CAU failed its latest MOT on 27 Oct 2026 with 1 dangerous defect, 2 major defects and 1 advisory: rear prop shaft likely to become detached; rear suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt a frame; seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced offside rear inner and outer sills, and 1 more.

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