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Land Rover Discovery

Green · Diesel · 1993 · 2,495 cc

L45 LCHMOT history

L45 LCH is a green diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 16 Sept 1993. Its MOT is valid until 5 Jun 2027 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 220,049 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jun 2026.

L45 LCH 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 5 Jun 2027
Mileage
220,049 mi
At MOT on 6 Jun 2026
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,577 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L45 LCH
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
16 Sept 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L45 LCH was last recorded at 220,049 miles on 6 Jun 2026, 80 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
219,969 miles · 31 May 2025
Between the last two tests
80 miles
Average per year
5,577 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 220,049 miles
  • 2025 – 219,969 miles
  • 2024 – 219,820 miles
  • 2023 – 219,140 miles
  • 2022 – 216,651 miles
  • 2021 – 213,461 miles
  • 2019 – 209,572 miles
  • 2018 – 208,177 miles
  • 2017 – 201,783 miles
  • 2016 – 194,001 miles
  • 2015 – 186,029 miles
  • 2014 – 176,208 miles
  • 2013 – 166,878 miles
  • 2012 – 158,794 miles
  • 2011 – 151,001 miles
  • 2010 – 143,067 miles
  • 2009 – 135,982 miles
  • 2008 – 127,128 miles
  • 2007 – 120,053 miles
  • 2006 – 112,481 miles
  • 2005 – 105,197 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass220,049 miles
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor front to rear sills and wheel archs to floor both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Hydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (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.

  • Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

  • Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2008

Full MOT history

27 tests since 1 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass220,049 miles (+80)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    220,049 miles
    Test number
    725185099637
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor front to rear sills and wheel archs to floor both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Hydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass219,969 miles (+149)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2026
    Odometer
    219,969 miles
    Test number
    422348391518
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor to body mounting both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass219,820 miles (+680)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2025
    Odometer
    219,820 miles
    Test number
    256170578946
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides inner arch to floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass219,140 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2024
    Odometer
    219,140 miles
    Test number
    686388597066
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner out riggers to floor both sides o/s/r going rusty weak , (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Fail219,140 miles (+2,489)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    219,140 miles
    Test number
    928859172519
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner out riggers to floor both sides o/s/r going rusty weak , (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass216,651 miles (+3,190)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    216,651 miles
    Test number
    757481999528

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass213,461 miles (+3,889)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    213,461 miles
    Test number
    439387898249
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint has slight play both sides rolling effect to rear of hub (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner arch to body mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front and rear of sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  8. Pass209,572 miles (+1,395)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    209,572 miles
    Test number
    994188385670
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  9. Pass208,177 miles (+6,394)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    208,177 miles
    Test number
    610377104737
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass201,783 miles (+7,782)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    201,783 miles
    Test number
    975622033348
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion inner sill to floor (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion inner sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Body has slight corrosion both sides boot floor (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Rear wheel bearing has slight play both sides (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear both sides bump stop rubbers loose
    • AdvisoryLots of mud under chassis

  11. Pass194,001 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    194,001 miles
    Test number
    122679944974
    • AdvisoryRear Axle beam repaired, but not inappropriately BOTH BUMP STOPS ARE WORN PERISHED READY FOR NEW NOW (2.4.A.2)
    • AdvisorySILLS FLOOR CHASSI BRAKE PIPES BRAKE HOSES ARE GOING DRY RUSTY REQ CLEAN WAX OIL GREASE RE PRESSURE CHECK

  12. Fail194,001 miles (+7,972)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,001 miles
    Test number
    546246435454
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect BULB IN RONG (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Axle beam repaired, but not inappropriately BOTH BUMP STOPS ARE WORN PERISHED READY FOR NEW NOW (2.4.A.2)
    • AdvisorySILLS FLOOR CHASSI BRAKE PIPES BRAKE HOSES ARE GOING DRY RUSTY REQ CLEAN WAX OIL GREASE RE PRESSURE CHECK

  13. Pass186,029 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    186,029 miles
    Test number
    288910937458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail186,016 miles (+9,808)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,016 miles
    Test number
    565255390664
    • FailureNearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner arch to floor (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner sill (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner arch (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  15. Pass176,208 miles (+9,330)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    176,208 miles
    Test number
    415265314373
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass166,878 miles (+8,084)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    166,878 miles
    Test number
    936868613354
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass158,794 miles (+7,793)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    158,794 miles
    Test number
    926240912371
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

  18. Pass151,001 miles (+7,934)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    151,001 miles
    Test number
    795918801387
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSills floor chassi as sligh rust dry req moor wax oil

  19. Pass143,067 miles (+7,085)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    143,067 miles
    Test number
    401375300489
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSills floor chassi brake pipes surface rust advise to wax oil

  20. Pass135,982 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    135,982 miles
    Test number
    471821519482
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteDry and rusty on chassis,body,fuel pipes and brake pipes all need cleaning and wax oiling throughout the vehicle to keep it in good condition and to protcet it

  21. Fail135,982 miles (+8,854)13 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,982 miles
    Test number
    334542509382
    • FailureBody has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureFront Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureFront Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureFront Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureFront Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureRear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureVehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteDry and rusty on chassis,body,fuel pipes and brake pipes all need cleaning and wax oiling throughout the vehicle to keep it in good condition and to protect it

  22. Pass127,128 miles (+48)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    127,128 miles
    Test number
    844640918343
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSigns of corrosion through out chassis

  23. Fail127,080 miles (+7,027)9 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,080 miles
    Test number
    494163408359
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSigns of corrosion throughout chassis

  24. Pass120,053 miles (+7,572)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    120,053 miles
    Test number
    250062607338
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteSlight play in o/s front lower swivel

  25. Pass112,481 miles (+104)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    112,481 miles
    Test number
    522314206344
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight play in o/s front swivel bearing

  26. Fail112,377 miles (+7,180)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,377 miles
    Test number
    363208796404
    • FailureIntermediate drop arm damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteSlight play in o/s front swivel bearing

  27. Pass105,197 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    105,197 miles
    Test number
    753675305331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L45 LCH

Does L45 LCH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L45 LCH is valid until 5 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on L45 LCH?
The MOT on L45 LCH is valid until 5 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L45 LCH done?
L45 LCH was recorded at 220,049 miles at its MOT on 6 Jun 2026, an average of 5,577 miles a year.
Has L45 LCH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L45 LCH has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 26 May 2023.
Has the mileage on L45 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 L45 LCH find?
L45 LCH passed its latest MOT on 6 Jun 2026 with 5 advisories: integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor front to rear sills and wheel archs to floor both sides; nearside front hydraulic leak, but not excessive; nearside rear wheel bearing has slight play, and 2 more.

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