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Land Rover Discovery

Grey · Diesel · 2011 · 2,993 cc

L5 HCJMOT history

L5 HCJ is a grey diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 14 Sept 2011. Its MOT is valid until 3 Jul 2027 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 118,252 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jul 2026.

L5 HCJ grey 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 3 Jul 2027
Mileage
118,252 mi
At MOT on 3 Jul 2026
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,779 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L5 HCJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
14 Sept 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L5 HCJ was last recorded at 118,252 miles on 3 Jul 2026, 10,097 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
108,155 miles · 2 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
10,097 miles
Average per year
7,779 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 118,252 miles
  • 2025 – 108,155 miles
  • 2024 – 98,579 miles
  • 2023 – 90,798 miles
  • 2022 – 77,396 miles
  • 2021 – 74,891 miles
  • 2020 – 69,906 miles
  • 2019 – 65,668 miles
  • 2018 – 55,626 miles
  • 2017 – 45,558 miles
  • 2016 – 37,157 miles
  • 2015 – 31,702 miles
  • 2014 – 26,206 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass118,252 miles
  • AdvisoryLimited inspection of underside due to undertrys
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All rear suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis general corrosion all over (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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

18 tests since 2 Sept 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass118,252 miles (+10,097)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    118,252 miles
    Test number
    895527568043
    • AdvisoryLimited inspection of underside due to undertrys
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All rear suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis general corrosion all over (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass108,155 miles (+9,576)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    108,155 miles
    Test number
    646401373134
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass98,579 miles (+7,781)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    98,579 miles
    Test number
    269867320854
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))

  4. Pass90,798 miles (+13,402)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    90,798 miles
    Test number
    985394443409
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass77,396 miles (+2,505)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    77,396 miles
    Test number
    572124446717

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass74,891 miles (+4,985)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    74,891 miles
    Test number
    369153084212
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  7. Pass69,906 miles (+4,238)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    69,906 miles
    Test number
    811266913182
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass65,668 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    65,668 miles
    Test number
    581890596571
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. FailMileage not read2 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    348839868755
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass65,528 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2020
    Odometer
    65,528 miles
    Test number
    453738353704
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake backing plate insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail65,528 miles (+9,902)1 dangerous2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,528 miles
    Test number
    373270819934
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim not tested due to dipp beam inop (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake backing plate insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass55,626 miles (+10,068)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    55,626 miles
    Test number
    586250324614
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  13. Pass45,558 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    45,558 miles
    Test number
    754126790337
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded section on upper wishbone (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake binding slightly
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Fail45,558 miles (+8,401)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,558 miles
    Test number
    511961105696
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded section on upper wishbone (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded section on upper wishbone (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake binding slightly
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass37,157 miles (+5,455)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    37,157 miles
    Test number
    880320814774

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass31,702 miles (+5,496)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    31,702 miles
    Test number
    453092032356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass26,206 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    26,206 miles
    Test number
    357255344402
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail26,206 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,206 miles
    Test number
    366515144263
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about L5 HCJ

Does L5 HCJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L5 HCJ is valid until 3 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L5 HCJ?
The MOT on L5 HCJ is valid until 3 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L5 HCJ done?
L5 HCJ was recorded at 118,252 miles at its MOT on 3 Jul 2026, an average of 7,779 miles a year.
Has L5 HCJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L5 HCJ has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Aug 2019.
Has the mileage on L5 HCJ 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 L5 HCJ find?
L5 HCJ passed its latest MOT on 3 Jul 2026 with 4 advisories: limited inspection of underside due to undertrys; offside rear seat belt buckle slightly damaged; rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all rear suspension arms, and 1 more.

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