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Land Rover Discovery

Grey · Diesel · 1994 · 2,495 cc

L273 RBDMOT history

L273 RBD is a grey diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 15 Feb 1994. Its MOT is valid until 10 Jul 2027 and it has passed 10 of 13 MOT tests, with 210,827 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Jul 2026.

L273 RBD grey 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 10 Jul 2027
Mileage
210,827 mi
At MOT on 11 Jul 2026
MOT tests
13
10 passed · 3 failed
Per year
1,865 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L273 RBD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
15 Feb 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L273 RBD was last recorded at 210,827 miles on 11 Jul 2026, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
210,822 miles · 14 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
1,865 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 210,827 miles
  • 2024 – 210,822 miles
  • 2023 – 210,804 miles
  • 2022 – 210,332 miles
  • 2021 – 209,821 miles
  • 2020 – 209,271 miles
  • 2019 – 208,575 miles
  • 2018 – 206,314 miles
  • 2017 – 205,082 miles
  • 2011 – 183,237 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass210,827 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

13 tests since 24 Sept 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass210,827 miles (+5)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    210,827 miles
    Test number
    261551398473
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  2. Pass210,822 miles (+18)4 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    210,822 miles
    Test number
    708173206264
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorCentral Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front inner wings corroded

  3. Pass210,804 miles (+472)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    210,804 miles
    Test number
    987234451805
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass210,332 miles (+511)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    210,332 miles
    Test number
    214192864245
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass209,821 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    209,821 miles
    Test number
    493331204959
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail209,821 miles (+550)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    209,821 miles
    Test number
    134712594677
    • MajorNearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass209,271 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    209,271 miles
    Test number
    518336321978
    • MinorDrag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  8. Fail209,271 miles (+696)4 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    209,271 miles
    Test number
    106451453049
    • MajorFront Prop shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorDrag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  9. Pass208,575 miles (+2,261)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    208,575 miles
    Test number
    990941906096
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement panard rod (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle a frame ball joint worn
    • AdvisoryRear axle a frame bush worn

  10. Pass206,314 miles (+1,232)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    206,314 miles
    Test number
    762214191148
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn a frame above axle bush worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn ball joint above axle (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  11. Pass205,082 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    205,082 miles
    Test number
    877124128682

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail205,069 miles (+21,832)7 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,069 miles
    Test number
    714393411401
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • 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 Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside rear seat belt lock incomplete
    • AdvisorySteering lock not working crook lock in use

  13. Pass183,237 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    183,237 miles
    Test number
    375987561445
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteNearside tyre perisheing slightly

Questions about L273 RBD

Does L273 RBD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L273 RBD is valid until 10 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L273 RBD?
The MOT on L273 RBD is valid until 10 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L273 RBD done?
L273 RBD was recorded at 210,827 miles at its MOT on 11 Jul 2026, an average of 1,865 miles a year.
Has L273 RBD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L273 RBD has failed 3 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Aug 2021.
Has the mileage on L273 RBD 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 L273 RBD find?
L273 RBD passed its latest MOT on 11 Jul 2026 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside rear seat belt buckle slightly damaged, and 3 more.

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