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Land Rover Discovery

Red · Diesel · 1993 · 2,495 cc

L59 RYJMOT history

L59 RYJ is a red diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 17 Sept 1993. Its MOT is valid until 23 Jun 2027 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 214,096 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jun 2026.

L59 RYJ red 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 23 Jun 2027
Mileage
214,096 mi
At MOT on 17 Jun 2026
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,093 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L59 RYJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
17 Sept 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L59 RYJ was last recorded at 214,096 miles on 17 Jun 2026, 113 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
213,983 miles · 24 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
113 miles
Average per year
2,093 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 214,096 miles
  • 2025 – 213,983 miles
  • 2023 – 209,963 miles
  • 2022 – 209,754 miles
  • 2021 – 209,388 miles
  • 2018 – 201,525 miles
  • 2016 – 199,528 miles
  • 2015 – 197,649 miles
  • 2014 – 195,778 miles
  • 2013 – 194,018 miles
  • 2012 – 192,151 miles
  • 2011 – 190,164 miles
  • 2010 – 188,152 miles
  • 2009 – 186,513 miles
  • 2008 – 184,390 miles
  • 2007 – 182,380 miles
  • 2006 – 172,027 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass214,096 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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.

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2009–2014

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2014

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2012

Full MOT history

25 tests since 12 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass214,096 miles (+113)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    214,096 miles
    Test number
    841976661716
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass213,983 miles (+4,020)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    213,983 miles
    Test number
    141243917695

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass209,963 miles (+209)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    209,963 miles
    Test number
    444858922286
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySLIGHT PLAY IN NEARSIDE KINGPIN BEARING

  4. Pass209,754 miles (+366)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    209,754 miles
    Test number
    358816373930
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is modified but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is modified but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

  5. Pass209,388 miles (+7,863)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    209,388 miles
    Test number
    817274063398
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  6. Pass201,525 miles (+1,997)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    201,525 miles
    Test number
    278927811472
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  7. Pass199,528 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    199,528 miles
    Test number
    973304884424

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail199,528 miles (+1,879)5 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,528 miles
    Test number
    766674326078
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  9. Pass197,649 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2016
    Odometer
    197,649 miles
    Test number
    329392435163
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Fail197,649 miles (+1,871)10 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,649 miles
    Test number
    687117225157
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  11. Pass195,778 miles (+1,760)7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2015
    Odometer
    195,778 miles
    Test number
    548226124118
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteN/s/f bumper damaged

  12. Pass194,018 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    194,018 miles
    Test number
    288525903422
    • AdvisoryCentre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteTurbo noisy at time of emissions test

  13. Fail194,018 miles (+1,867)1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,018 miles
    Test number
    905485603110
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteTurbo noisy at time of emissions test

  14. Pass192,151 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    192,151 miles
    Test number
    457144402126
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  15. Fail192,151 miles (+1,987)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,151 miles
    Test number
    987384102196
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  16. Fail190,164 miles1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,164 miles
    Test number
    157597391405
    • Repaired at testParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  17. Pass190,164 miles (+2,012)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    190,164 miles
    Test number
    515877491061
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  18. Pass188,152 miles (+1,639)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2011
    Odometer
    188,152 miles
    Test number
    941041830185
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  19. Pass186,513 miles9 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2010
    Odometer
    186,513 miles
    Test number
    610471739183
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Steering damper damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteOffside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePropshaft component defective

  20. Fail186,513 miles (+2,123)2 repaired9 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,513 miles
    Test number
    733371639101
    • Repaired at testFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Steering damper damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteOffside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePropshaft component defective

  21. Pass184,390 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2009
    Odometer
    184,390 miles
    Test number
    204203528143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail184,390 miles (+2,010)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,390 miles
    Test number
    271783128113
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)

  23. Pass182,380 miles (+10,353)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2008
    Odometer
    182,380 miles
    Test number
    414256837196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass172,027 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2007
    Odometer
    172,027 miles
    Test number
    401552136139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail172,027 miles4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,027 miles
    Test number
    712652636165
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not in a clean condition and function impaired (1.1.4a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not in a clean condition and function impaired (1.1.4a)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

Questions about L59 RYJ

Does L59 RYJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L59 RYJ is valid until 23 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on L59 RYJ?
The MOT on L59 RYJ is valid until 23 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L59 RYJ done?
L59 RYJ was recorded at 214,096 miles at its MOT on 17 Jun 2026, an average of 2,093 miles a year.
Has L59 RYJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L59 RYJ has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Mar 2016.
Has the mileage on L59 RYJ 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 L59 RYJ find?
L59 RYJ passed its latest MOT on 17 Jun 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4.

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