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Land Rover Discovery

Blue · Diesel · 1993 · 2,495 cc

L49 DOKMOT history

L49 DOK is a blue diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 13 Sept 1993. Its MOT is valid until 21 Sept 2027 and it has passed 19 of 21 MOT tests, with 164,838 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Aug 2026.

L49 DOK blue 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 21 Sept 2027
Mileage
164,838 mi
At MOT on 24 Aug 2026
MOT tests
21
19 passed · 2 failed
Per year
799 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L49 DOK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
13 Sept 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L49 DOK was last recorded at 164,838 miles on 24 Aug 2026, 74 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Sept 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 22 Jun 2010: 149,749 miles, lower than 151,060 miles on 28 Aug 2008.
  • 16 Jul 2015: 159,736 miles, lower than 165,320 miles on 9 Aug 2014.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
164,764 miles · 22 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
74 miles
Average per year
799 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 164,838 miles
  • 2025 – 164,764 miles
  • 2024 – 164,711 miles
  • 2023 – 164,634 miles
  • 2022 – 164,563 miles
  • 2021 – 164,498 miles
  • 2020 – 164,394 miles
  • 2019 – 163,727 miles
  • 2018 – 163,481 miles
  • 2017 – 161,680 miles
  • 2016 – 161,568 miles
  • 2015 – 159,736 miles
  • 2014 – 165,320 miles
  • 2013 – 163,553 miles
  • 2012 – 160,326 miles
  • 2011 – 158,221 miles
  • 2010 – 149,749 miles
  • 2008 – 151,060 miles
  • 2007 – 149,749 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass164,838 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

21 tests since 6 Oct 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass164,838 miles (+74)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    164,838 miles
    Test number
    797992783319
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass164,764 miles (+53)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    164,764 miles
    Test number
    807905023541

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass164,711 miles (+77)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    164,711 miles
    Test number
    438009951874

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass164,634 miles (+71)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    164,634 miles
    Test number
    202352674034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass164,563 miles (+65)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    164,563 miles
    Test number
    987772627665

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass164,498 miles (+104)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    164,498 miles
    Test number
    611014078624

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass164,394 miles (+667)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    164,394 miles
    Test number
    166386689179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass163,727 miles (+246)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    163,727 miles
    Test number
    434785547201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass163,481 miles (+1,801)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    163,481 miles
    Test number
    555576276219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass161,680 miles (+112)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    161,680 miles
    Test number
    137367309320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass161,568 miles (+1,832)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    161,568 miles
    Test number
    825832293426
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass159,736 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    159,736 miles
    Test number
    675568995169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail159,736 miles (-5,584)2 failures2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,736 miles
    Test number
    866787095167
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testCentre Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  14. Pass165,320 miles (+1,767)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    165,320 miles
    Test number
    589031524210
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

  15. Pass163,553 miles (+3,227)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    163,553 miles
    Test number
    149219793155
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

  16. Pass160,326 miles (+2,105)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    160,326 miles
    Test number
    789337272187
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass158,221 miles (+8,472)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    158,221 miles
    Test number
    785578461135
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  18. Fail149,749 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,749 miles
    Test number
    743803970191
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  19. Pass149,749 miles (-1,311)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    149,749 miles
    Test number
    943833870113
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  20. Pass151,060 miles (+1,311)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    151,060 miles
    Test number
    812591448219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass149,749 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    149,749 miles
    Test number
    301339477298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L49 DOK

Does L49 DOK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L49 DOK is valid until 21 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L49 DOK?
The MOT on L49 DOK is valid until 21 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L49 DOK done?
L49 DOK was recorded at 164,838 miles at its MOT on 24 Aug 2026, an average of 799 miles a year.
Has L49 DOK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L49 DOK has failed 2 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jul 2015.
Has the mileage on L49 DOK ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 22 Jun 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L49 DOK find?
L49 DOK passed its latest MOT on 24 Aug 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive; offside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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