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Land Rover Discovery

Green · Diesel · 1993 · 2,495 cc

L43 STCMOT history

L43 STC is a green diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 1 Aug 1993. Its MOT is valid until 17 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 207,016 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Oct 2026.

L43 STC green 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 17 Oct 2027
Mileage
207,016 mi
At MOT on 9 Oct 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,854 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L43 STC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
1 Aug 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L43 STC was last recorded at 207,016 miles on 9 Oct 2026, 2,137 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
204,879 miles · 6 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
2,137 miles
Average per year
4,854 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 207,016 miles
  • 2025 – 204,879 miles
  • 2024 – 201,026 miles
  • 2023 – 200,839 miles
  • 2022 – 198,171 miles
  • 2021 – 195,269 miles
  • 2020 – 191,555 miles
  • 2019 – 188,429 miles
  • 2018 – 182,681 miles
  • 2017 – 174,084 miles
  • 2016 – 167,970 miles
  • 2015 – 162,234 miles
  • 2014 – 158,432 miles
  • 2013 – 152,511 miles
  • 2012 – 147,384 miles
  • 2011 – 134,400 miles
  • 2010 – 125,467 miles
  • 2009 – 117,130 miles
  • 2008 – 115,442 miles
  • 2007 – 112,102 miles
  • 2006 – 108,463 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass207,016 miles
  • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (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.

  • Steering box has seepage

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Steering box leaking oil

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2017

Full MOT history

28 tests since 20 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass207,016 miles (+2,137)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    207,016 miles
    Test number
    919293250303
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  2. Pass204,879 miles (+3,853)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    204,879 miles
    Test number
    173712407635
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
  3. Pass201,026 miles (+187)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    201,026 miles
    Test number
    155633150502
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  4. Pass200,839 miles (+2,668)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    200,839 miles
    Test number
    410140261573
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion starting in places
  5. Pass198,171 miles (+2,902)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    198,171 miles
    Test number
    680006011783
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal rubber worn
    • AdvisorySpherical joint has play o/s/f
  6. Pass195,269 miles (+3,714)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    195,269 miles
    Test number
    532652698394
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank damp
    • AdvisorySlight smell of fuel from under bonnet
  7. Pass191,555 miles (+3,126)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    191,555 miles
    Test number
    833525629351
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
  8. Pass188,429 miles (+5,748)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    188,429 miles
    Test number
    115298111766
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight power steering fluid leak
  9. Pass182,681 miles (+8,597)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    182,681 miles
    Test number
    683322363266
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoth sides rear shocks upper bushes slight play
    • AdvisoryN/s/f flexi brake hose starting to perish
    • AdvisoryPlastic sill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryRear diff damp
  10. Pass174,084 miles (+102)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    174,084 miles
    Test number
    329674058505

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail173,982 miles (+6,012)9 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,982 miles
    Test number
    714921644891
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureRear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings rear floor (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
  12. Pass167,970 miles (+5,736)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2017
    Odometer
    167,970 miles
    Test number
    884055608480

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass162,234 miles (+3,802)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2016
    Odometer
    162,234 miles
    Test number
    938568045118
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  14. Pass158,432 miles (+10)7 advisories8 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    158,432 miles
    Test number
    159831074109
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Seat belt attachment fitting slightly deteriorated (5.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt attachment fitting slightly deteriorated (5.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBattery secured using plastic ties
    • NoteBoot floor severely corroded
    • NoteBoth rear bump stops missing
    • NoteExtensive welding repairs to o/s and n/s outer sills
    • NoteO/s outer sill panel corroded
    • NoteRear transverse panel corroded
    • NoteVarious underside panelling corroded
  15. Fail158,422 miles (+5,911)13 failures7 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,422 miles
    Test number
    558351464157
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tie bar/rod attachment bracket/mounting corroded and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureTrailer electrical socket damaged so that lead cannot be securely connected (1.9.3b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Seat belt attachment fitting slightly deteriorated (5.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt attachment fitting slightly deteriorated (5.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBattery secured using plastic ties
    • NoteBoot floor severely corroded
    • NoteBoth rear bump stops missing
    • NoteVarious underside panelling corroded
  16. Pass152,511 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    152,511 miles
    Test number
    189860893152
    • NoteRear boot floor corroded
  17. Fail152,511 miles (+5,127)12 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,511 miles
    Test number
    245472283427
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureExhaust tailpipe not capable of allowing the emission probe to be inserted (7.4.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • NoteRear boot floor corroded
  18. Pass147,384 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    147,384 miles
    Test number
    738375182187
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  19. Fail147,384 miles (+12,984)7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,384 miles
    Test number
    648397072110
    • FailureCentre Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) insecure (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  20. Pass134,400 miles (+21)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    134,400 miles
    Test number
    555431381180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail134,379 miles (+8,912)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,379 miles
    Test number
    358788771132
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Vehicle structure has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
  22. Pass125,467 miles (+94)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    125,467 miles
    Test number
    402399970166
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • NoteN/s headlamp slightly loose
    • NoteNo n/s mirror glass
  23. Fail125,373 miles (+8,243)12 failures5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,373 miles
    Test number
    201820170173
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureHazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Outer Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Outer Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • NoteN/s headlamp slightly loose
    • NoteNo n/s mirror glass
  24. Pass117,130 miles (+1,688)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    117,130 miles
    Test number
    290558049440
    • NoteGeneral under body corrossion
  25. Pass115,442 miles (+3,340)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    115,442 miles
    Test number
    300904758181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass112,102 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    112,102 miles
    Test number
    164634067106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail112,102 miles (+3,639)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,102 miles
    Test number
    691874167155
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
  28. Pass108,463 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    108,463 miles
    Test number
    260711176135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L43 STC

Does L43 STC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L43 STC is valid until 17 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on L43 STC?
The MOT on L43 STC is valid until 17 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L43 STC done?
L43 STC was recorded at 207,016 miles at its MOT on 9 Oct 2026, an average of 4,854 miles a year.
Has L43 STC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L43 STC has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 25 May 2017.
Has the mileage on L43 STC 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 L43 STC find?
L43 STC passed its latest MOT on 9 Oct 2026 with 4 advisories: fluid leak, but not excessive; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 1 more.

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