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Land Rover Discovery

Blue · Diesel · 2006 · 2,720 cc

L3 DSVMOT history

L3 DSV is a blue diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 24 Oct 2006. Its MOT expired on 24 Jan 2026 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 173,875 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Jan 2025.

L3 DSV 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 24 Jan 2026
Mileage
173,875 mi
At MOT on 25 Jan 2025
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
9,783 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L3 DSV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,720 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
24 Oct 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
25 Jan 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L3 DSV was last recorded at 173,875 miles on 25 Jan 2025, 5,570 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jan 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
168,305 miles · 16 Jan 2024
Between the last two tests
5,570 miles
Average per year
9,783 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 173,875 miles
  • 2024 – 168,305 miles
  • 2023 – 161,405 miles
  • 2021 – 154,312 miles
  • 2020 – 145,756 miles
  • 2019 – 140,233 miles
  • 2018 – 125,599 miles
  • 2016 – 99,298 miles
  • 2015 – 85,238 miles
  • 2014 – 70,271 miles
  • 2013 – 59,413 miles
  • 2012 – 46,890 miles
  • 2010 – 31,270 miles
  • 2009 – 24,742 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass173,875 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryDampness around fuel filter housing
  • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryProp shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides (6.1.1 (c) (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.

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Offside Front Brake hose excessively twisted

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2019

Full MOT history

23 tests since 28 Oct 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass173,875 miles (+5,570)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    173,875 miles
    Test number
    596110237316
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryDampness around fuel filter housing
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass168,305 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    168,305 miles
    Test number
    578727421144
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside inner sill heavy surface rust
    • AdvisoryOffside inner sill heavy surface rust
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive diff seal at transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside surface corrosion to suspension and braking componets

  3. Fail168,305 miles (+6,900)1 repaired1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,305 miles
    Test number
    485949134597
    • Repaired at testBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside inner sill heavy surface rust
    • AdvisoryOffside inner sill heavy surface rust
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive diff seal at transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside surface corrosion to suspension and braking componets

  4. Pass161,405 miles (+7,093)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    161,405 miles
    Test number
    789530523525
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass154,312 miles (+8,556)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    154,312 miles
    Test number
    981007698048
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass145,756 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    145,756 miles
    Test number
    669307750979
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail145,747 miles (+5,514)1 dangerous5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,747 miles
    Test number
    557616225162
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorElectronic parking brake warning indicates a malfunction (1.1.6 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front and both rear brakes are binding slightly

  8. Pass140,233 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    140,233 miles
    Test number
    426926362055
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Fail140,231 miles (+14,632)5 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,231 miles
    Test number
    198365533845
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an induction leak boost pipe split (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Pass125,599 miles (+21)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    125,599 miles
    Test number
    587450504374
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test inside boot area
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 255/60/18 2/3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear seat belt webbing damaged but the seat is missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test inside boot area
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2/3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail125,578 miles2 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,578 miles
    Test number
    662319449228
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test inside boot area
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 255/60/18 2/3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear seat belt webbing damaged but the seat is missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test inside boot area
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2/3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    499449994205
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  13. Pass99,298 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    99,298 miles
    Test number
    705521325604
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Fail99,298 miles (+14,060)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,298 miles
    Test number
    614437363601
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass85,238 miles (+14,967)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    85,238 miles
    Test number
    987881697665
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass70,271 miles (+10,858)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    70,271 miles
    Test number
    809274674263
    • NoteFront lower suspension arm bushes have play
    • NoteN/s steering rack inner joint has play
    • NoteO/s rear light reflector damaged
    • NoteO/s steering rack inner joint has play on limit

  17. Pass59,413 miles (+12,523)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    59,413 miles
    Test number
    135625673204
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteFront brake pads getting lower

  18. Pass46,890 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    46,890 miles
    Test number
    575216772213
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  19. Fail46,890 miles (+72)1 failure6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,890 miles
    Test number
    386246172401
    • FailureFront wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  20. Fail46,818 miles (+5,879)2 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,818 miles
    Test number
    306922472216
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteAir suspension inop worning light on
    • NoteSteering rack offside knuckle has more than normal free play

  21. Pass40,939 miles (+9,669)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    40,939 miles
    Test number
    767074172067
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFront+rear brake disks slightly worn/deteriorated
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack inner joints

  22. Pass31,270 miles (+6,528)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    31,270 miles
    Test number
    920369870282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass24,742 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    24,742 miles
    Test number
    191151109392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L3 DSV

Does L3 DSV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L3 DSV expired on 24 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L3 DSV?
The MOT on L3 DSV expired on 24 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L3 DSV done?
L3 DSV was recorded at 173,875 miles at its MOT on 25 Jan 2025, an average of 9,783 miles a year.
Has L3 DSV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L3 DSV has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on L3 DSV 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 L3 DSV find?
L3 DSV passed its latest MOT on 25 Jan 2025 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: offside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; dampness around fuel filter housing; front integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides, and 5 more.

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