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Land Rover Discovery

Yellow · Diesel · 1993 · 2,495 cc

L27 LCHMOT history

L27 LCH is a yellow diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 1 Aug 1993. Its MOT expired on 4 May 2024 and it has passed 15 of 26 MOT tests, with 243,009 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 May 2023.

L27 LCH yellow 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 4 May 2024
Mileage
243,009 mi
At MOT on 5 May 2023
MOT tests
26
15 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,895 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L27 LCH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
1 Aug 1993
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 May 2024
Latest MOT test
5 May 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

L27 LCH was last recorded at 243,009 miles on 5 May 2023, 13 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Apr 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
242,996 miles · 27 Apr 2023
Between the last two tests
13 miles
Average per year
4,895 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 243,009 miles
  • 2022 – 238,086 miles
  • 2021 – 230,517 miles
  • 2020 – 225,756 miles
  • 2018 – 223,918 miles
  • 2017 – 220,359 miles
  • 2016 – 217,498 miles
  • 2012 – 216,181 miles
  • 2011 – 213,249 miles
  • 2010 – 210,041 miles
  • 2009 – 200,214 miles
  • 2008 – 186,292 miles
  • 2007 – 175,317 miles
  • 2006 – 162,819 miles
  • 2005 – 157,234 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass243,009 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both to flexes from vehicle (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive transmission

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Steering box leaking oil

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

26 tests since 18 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass243,009 miles (+13)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2024
    Odometer
    243,009 miles
    Test number
    531122126647
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both to flexes from vehicle (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail242,996 miles (+4,910)3 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    242,996 miles
    Test number
    148421948371
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced arch/door apature (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced cross member/panels to chassis fixing points (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt axle A frame joint (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front/centre joint - loose (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both to flexes from vehicle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened + corroded! (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component ball joint has slight play axle A frame joint - lift! (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass238,086 miles (+7,569)4 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    238,086 miles
    Test number
    350128861996
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorLower Rear reflector not red in colour both sides (4.8.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass230,517 miles (+4,761)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    230,517 miles
    Test number
    704890225461
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass225,756 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    225,756 miles
    Test number
    373349065680
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin inners (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail225,756 miles (+1,838)1 repaired2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    225,756 miles
    Test number
    897471203988
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high both sides (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin inners (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass223,918 miles (+9)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    223,918 miles
    Test number
    389080016564
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  8. Fail223,909 miles (+3,550)4 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    223,909 miles
    Test number
    946500141916
    • 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))
    • MajorNearside Track rod 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 Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  9. Pass220,359 miles (+9)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    220,359 miles
    Test number
    780950104349
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

  10. Fail220,350 miles (+2,852)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    220,350 miles
    Test number
    703902979473
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

  11. Pass217,498 miles (+1,317)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    217,498 miles
    Test number
    192911724679
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

  12. Pass216,181 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    216,181 miles
    Test number
    908159992185
    • NoteSlight oil leak on engine

  13. Fail216,181 miles (+2,932)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    216,181 miles
    Test number
    946539392172
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteSlight oil leak on engine

  14. Pass213,249 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    213,249 miles
    Test number
    888315291106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail213,241 miles (+3,200)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    213,241 miles
    Test number
    828676481112
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure is damaged, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure is damaged, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

  16. Pass210,041 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    210,041 miles
    Test number
    302963670178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail210,041 miles (+9,827)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,041 miles
    Test number
    610092370129
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) missing (1.1.A.3a)

  18. Fail200,214 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,214 miles
    Test number
    231189539421
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

  19. Pass200,214 miles (+13,922)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    200,214 miles
    Test number
    872139939115
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

  20. Pass186,292 miles (+7)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    186,292 miles
    Test number
    171019368176
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

  21. Fail186,285 miles (+10,968)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,285 miles
    Test number
    280598368199
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Outer Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

  22. Pass175,317 miles (+42)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2008
    Odometer
    175,317 miles
    Test number
    781468127105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail175,275 miles (+12,456)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,275 miles
    Test number
    920914127177
    • FailureCentre Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteNearside headlight glass cracked (Not affecting beam pattern)
    • NoteSlight wear in front panard bar end bushes

  24. Pass162,819 miles (+5,585)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2007
    Odometer
    162,819 miles
    Test number
    140128826176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass157,234 miles (+110)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    157,234 miles
    Test number
    503734095206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail157,124 miles8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,124 miles
    Test number
    670881895251
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureCentre Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureDirection indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Questions about L27 LCH

Does L27 LCH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L27 LCH expired on 4 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L27 LCH?
The MOT on L27 LCH expired on 4 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L27 LCH done?
L27 LCH was recorded at 243,009 miles at its MOT on 5 May 2023, an average of 4,895 miles a year.
Has L27 LCH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L27 LCH has failed 11 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on L27 LCH 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 L27 LCH find?
L27 LCH passed its latest MOT on 5 May 2023 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside rear lower shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both to flexes from vehicle.

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