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Land Rover Discovery

Black · Diesel · 1995 · 2,500 cc

L5 HLBMOT history

L5 HLB is a black diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 31 Dec 1995. Its MOT is valid until 16 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 195,331 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Oct 2025.

L5 HLB black 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 16 Nov 2026
Mileage
195,331 km
At MOT on 30 Oct 2025
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
805 km
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L5 HLB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1995
First used
31 Dec 1995
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
30 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L5 HLB was last recorded at 195,331 km on 30 Oct 2025, 352 km more than at the previous MOT on 5 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
194,979 km · 5 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
352 km
Average per year
805 km

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 195,331 km
  • 2024 – 194,979 km
  • 2023 – 194,701 km
  • 2022 – 193,994 km
  • 2021 – 193,391 km
  • 2020 – 193,043 km
  • 2019 – 192,227 km
  • 2018 – 191,803 km
  • 2017 – 191,599 km
  • 2013 – 188,821 km
  • 2010 – 182,733 km
  • 2009 – 182,047 km
  • 2008 – 181,596 km

What the latest MOT found

Pass195,331 km
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Rear seats not fitted at time of test

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.

  • Oil leak

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2016–2019

  • Rear seats not fitted

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front inner wing corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Parking brake requires attention

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Central Rear dust cover deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

28 tests since 17 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass195,331 km (+352)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    195,331 km
    Test number
    116177777073
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Rear seats not fitted at time of test

  2. Pass194,979 km (+278)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    194,979 km
    Test number
    160549519808
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front inner wing corroded
    • AdvisoryParking brake requires attention
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipe corroded
    • AdvisoryRear seats not fitted

  3. Pass194,701 km (+707)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    194,701 km
    Test number
    162857945436
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner wing corroded
    • AdvisoryParking brake requires attention
    • AdvisoryRear seats not fitted

  4. Pass193,994 km (+603)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    193,994 km
    Test number
    300915339063
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre perished
    • AdvisoryRear rubber cover perished
    • AdvisoryRear seats not fitted

  5. Pass193,391 km2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    193,391 km
    Test number
    327529593993
    • AdvisoryRear Dust cover split
    • AdvisoryRear seats not fitted

  6. Pass193,161 miles (+52)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    193,161 miles
    Test number
    697528937367
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear dust cover deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear seats not fitted

  7. Fail193,109 miles (+33)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,109 miles
    Test number
    648632167027
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear dust cover deteriorated

  8. Fail193,076 miles10 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,076 miles
    Test number
    239717575530
    • MajorCentral Rear Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt A frame (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Brake prescribed area is excessively corroded wheel arch (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail193,043 km (+816)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,043 km
    Test number
    447065697880
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass192,227 km2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    192,227 km
    Test number
    664492130357
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWheelarches and inner sills corroded

  11. Fail192,207 miles1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,207 miles
    Test number
    106214884167
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWheelarches and inner sills corroded

  12. Pass191,803 km (+204)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    191,803 km
    Test number
    113817762471
    • AdvisoryOffside rear lower wheelarch corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes corroded

  13. Pass191,599 km2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    191,599 km
    Test number
    587032660894
    • AdvisoryOffside rear lower wheelarch corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Pass191,224 miles (+51)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    191,224 miles
    Test number
    588378894406
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to offside rear lower inner wheel arch
    • AdvisoryFront tyres cracked/perished
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryParking brake performance only just acceptable

  15. Fail191,173 miles (+628)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,173 miles
    Test number
    530298611731
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheel arch (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded Inner wheel arch (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to offside rear lower inner wheel arch
    • AdvisoryFront tyres cracked/perished
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryParking brake performance only just acceptable

  16. Pass190,545 miles (+37)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    190,545 miles
    Test number
    539382147424

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail190,508 miles (+589)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,508 miles
    Test number
    231059125107
    • FailureOffside Inner Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded wing below servo unit (3.6.C.3)

  18. Pass189,919 miles6 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    189,919 miles
    Test number
    925373184224
    • NoteBoth front tyres have perished/cracked on the outer side walls to the limit!
    • NoteBoth rear anti roll bar drop links have play in them
    • NoteBoth rear shock absorbers have play in the bushes
    • NoteThe front brake pads are low
    • NoteThe rear trailing arm bushes have play in them
    • NoteCorrosion on body and underside in various places, some of which is nearing the limit

  19. Fail189,919 miles1 dangerous2 failures6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,919 miles
    Test number
    655780784280
    • DangerousThe o/s step is in very poor condition and is excessively corroded
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteBoth front tyres have perished/cracked on the outer side walls to the limit!
    • NoteBoth rear anti roll bar drop links have play in them
    • NoteBoth rear shock absorbers have play in the bushes
    • NoteThe front brake pads are low
    • NoteThe rear trailing arm bushes have play in them
    • NoteCorrosion on body and underside in various places, some of which is nearing the limit

  20. Pass188,821 km6 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    188,821 km
    Test number
    388821563400
    • NoteBOTH front tyres are perishing on the sidewalls.
    • NoteBOTH sill panels are corroded, offside is on the limits in places.
    • NoteBoth rear calipers / brake pads are worn and brake pads are starting to rub on brake disc boss.
    • NoteRear floor pans under vehicle is badly corroded in places.
    • NoteRear propshaft rubber coupling is splitting.
    • NoteSlight play in both front wheel bearings.

  21. Pass186,262 miles (+1,624)7 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    186,262 miles
    Test number
    806882562287
    • NoteCorrosion to front inner wheel arch panels in engine bay.
    • NoteEngine is leaking oil from various places.
    • NoteNearside front seat belt buckle damaged ( covers missing ) but not affecting its operation.
    • NoteOffside and nearside rear anti roll bar link bushes are worn.
    • NoteOffside and nearside sills corroded in places. Some places nearing the limits.
    • NoteRear propshaft rubber coupling is deteriorating.
    • NoteRear section of the front to rear brake pipe is corroded.

  22. Pass184,638 miles (+12)7 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    184,638 miles
    Test number
    158806281263
    • NoteCorrosion nearing limits ( seat belt mounting area ) on offside rear inner wheel arch.
    • NoteCorrosion to nearside sill box section in places.
    • NoteMinor leaks on centre silencer box at old repairs.
    • NoteNearside front seat belt buckle is damaged. ( function not impared )
    • NoteOffside rear tyre won on inner edge and is in poor condition.
    • NoteSome play / wear in both rear anti roll bar link rod lower bushes.
    • NoteHand brake lever travel on limits.

  23. Fail184,626 miles12 failures1 advisory7 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,626 miles
    Test number
    746587171206
    • FailureNearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • NoteCorrosion nearing limits ( seat belt mounting area ) on offside rear inner wheel arch.
    • NoteCorrosion to nearside sill box section in places.
    • NoteMinor leaks on centre silencer box at old repairs.
    • NoteNearside front seat belt buckle is damaged. ( function not impared )
    • NoteOffside rear tyre won on inner edge and is in poor condition.
    • NoteSome play / wear in both rear anti roll bar link rod lower bushes.
    • NoteHand brake lever travel on limits.

  24. Pass182,733 km (+686)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    182,733 km
    Test number
    234098870258
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteOuter sill pannels corroded
    • NoteRear flooring corroded
    • NoteRear seat belt mounts corroded

  25. Pass182,047 km (+451)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    182,047 km
    Test number
    471264779296
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  26. Pass181,596 km
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    181,596 km
    Test number
    461432588249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass180,493 miles (+2,082)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    180,493 miles
    Test number
    542815787265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass178,411 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    178,411 miles
    Test number
    922790096275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L5 HLB

Does L5 HLB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L5 HLB is valid until 16 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on L5 HLB?
The MOT on L5 HLB is valid until 16 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L5 HLB done?
L5 HLB was recorded at 195,331 km at its MOT on 30 Oct 2025, an average of 805 km a year.
Has L5 HLB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L5 HLB has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Nov 2020.
Has the mileage on L5 HLB 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 HLB find?
L5 HLB passed its latest MOT on 30 Oct 2025 with 2 advisories: offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; rear rear seats not fitted at time of test.

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