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Land Rover Discovery

Blue · Diesel · 2003 · 2,495 cc

L26 TEJMOT history

L26 TEJ is a blue diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 30 Sept 2003. Its MOT expired on 7 Mar 2024 and it has passed 17 of 19 MOT tests, with 142,635 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Mar 2023.

L26 TEJ 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 7 Mar 2024
Mileage
142,635 mi
At MOT on 8 Mar 2023
MOT tests
19
17 passed · 2 failed
Per year
7,247 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L26 TEJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
30 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
8 Mar 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

L26 TEJ was last recorded at 142,635 miles on 8 Mar 2023, 4,573 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
138,062 miles · 10 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
4,573 miles
Average per year
7,247 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 142,635 miles
  • 2022 – 138,062 miles
  • 2021 – 136,769 miles
  • 2019 – 135,286 miles
  • 2018 – 133,253 miles
  • 2017 – 130,536 miles
  • 2016 – 127,619 miles
  • 2015 – 120,535 miles
  • 2014 – 111,019 miles
  • 2013 – 101,465 miles
  • 2012 – 89,168 miles
  • 2011 – 78,753 miles
  • 2010 – 66,018 miles
  • 2009 – 55,049 miles
  • 2008 – 43,839 miles
  • 2007 – 32,589 miles
  • 2006 – 23,317 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,635 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake lever pivots slightly worn (1.1.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various pipes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2014

Full MOT history

19 tests since 19 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass142,635 miles (+4,573)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    142,635 miles
    Test number
    518565204611
    • AdvisoryBrake lever pivots slightly worn (1.1.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass138,062 miles (+1,293)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    138,062 miles
    Test number
    502622334953
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front and back (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s/f seat rail worn

  3. Pass136,769 miles (+1,483)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    136,769 miles
    Test number
    530430815009
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component ball joint has slight play top and bottom (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component ball joint has slight play top and bottom (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s/f seat rail play and worn

  4. Pass135,286 miles (+2,033)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    135,286 miles
    Test number
    761884967839
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass133,253 miles (+2,717)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    133,253 miles
    Test number
    188396485444
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass130,536 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    130,536 miles
    Test number
    315349230956
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play off the steering box (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  7. Fail130,536 miles (+2,917)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,536 miles
    Test number
    764954052761
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear brake caliper locking device missing (3.5.1l)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play off the steering box (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  8. Pass127,619 miles (+7,084)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    127,619 miles
    Test number
    270039486348
    • AdvisoryAll standard equipment guards fitted at time of test not allowing full inspection
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  9. Pass120,535 miles (+9,516)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    120,535 miles
    Test number
    841857167498
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded above chassis (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Pass111,019 miles (+9,554)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    111,019 miles
    Test number
    678742574211
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Fail101,465 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,465 miles
    Test number
    169699263298
    • Repaired at testOffside Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass101,465 miles (+12,297)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    101,465 miles
    Test number
    335509463422
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass89,168 miles (+10,415)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    89,168 miles
    Test number
    765328762255
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  14. Pass78,753 miles (+12,735)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    78,753 miles
    Test number
    317803971238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass66,018 miles (+10,969)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    66,018 miles
    Test number
    522274560283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass55,049 miles (+11,210)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    55,049 miles
    Test number
    372181979229
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass43,839 miles (+11,250)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    43,839 miles
    Test number
    290124978217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass32,589 miles (+9,272)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    32,589 miles
    Test number
    581491777207
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass23,317 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    23,317 miles
    Test number
    142592566237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L26 TEJ

Does L26 TEJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L26 TEJ expired on 7 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L26 TEJ?
The MOT on L26 TEJ expired on 7 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L26 TEJ done?
L26 TEJ was recorded at 142,635 miles at its MOT on 8 Mar 2023, an average of 7,247 miles a year.
Has L26 TEJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L26 TEJ has failed 2 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Oct 2017.
Has the mileage on L26 TEJ 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 L26 TEJ find?
L26 TEJ passed its latest MOT on 8 Mar 2023 with 2 advisories: brake lever pivots slightly worn; nearside front steering linkage ball joint has slight play.

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