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Land Rover Discovery

Grey · Diesel · 2005 · 2,720 cc

L5 HVBMOT history

L5 HVB is a grey diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 17 Jan 2005. Its MOT expired on 2 Oct 2025 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 161,397 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Oct 2024.

L5 HVB grey Land Rover Discovery – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Land Rover Discovery, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 2 Oct 2025
Mileage
161,397 mi
At MOT on 3 Oct 2024
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
8,178 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L5 HVB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,720 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
17 Jan 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
3 Oct 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

L5 HVB was last recorded at 161,397 miles on 3 Oct 2024, 3,402 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jun 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
157,995 miles · 5 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
3,402 miles
Average per year
8,178 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 161,397 miles
  • 2023 – 157,995 miles
  • 2022 – 153,530 miles
  • 2021 – 150,694 miles
  • 2020 – 146,198 miles
  • 2019 – 141,659 miles
  • 2018 – 135,375 miles
  • 2017 – 127,864 miles
  • 2016 – 121,100 miles
  • 2015 – 107,941 miles
  • 2014 – 93,573 miles
  • 2013 – 81,256 miles
  • 2012 – 66,782 miles
  • 2010 – 49,951 miles
  • 2009 – 33,739 miles
  • 2008 – 24,543 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass161,397 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 255/60/18

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Play in o/s/r lower suspension arm rosejoint

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

24 tests since 9 Jan 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass161,397 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    161,397 miles
    Test number
    721286314743

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail161,393 miles (+3,398)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,393 miles
    Test number
    617527875941
    • MajorBrakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass157,995 miles (+4,465)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    157,995 miles
    Test number
    876818662271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass153,530 miles (+6)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    153,530 miles
    Test number
    372020409399
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 255/60/18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Fail153,524 miles (+2,830)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,524 miles
    Test number
    845648185571
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 255/60/18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass150,694 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    150,694 miles
    Test number
    908948350318
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  7. Fail150,690 miles (+4,492)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,690 miles
    Test number
    154055905257
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  8. Pass146,198 miles (+4,539)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    146,198 miles
    Test number
    378700252376
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner cv split
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear play in lower suspension arm outer rose joint

  9. Pass141,659 miles (+6,284)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    141,659 miles
    Test number
    711952560851

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass135,375 miles (+7,511)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    135,375 miles
    Test number
    954467280007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass127,864 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    127,864 miles
    Test number
    863890858252
    • AdvisoryPlay in o/s/r lower suspension arm rosejoint

  12. Fail127,862 miles (+6,762)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,862 miles
    Test number
    203860649781
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPlay in o/s/r lower suspension arm rosejoint

  13. Pass121,100 miles (+13,159)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    121,100 miles
    Test number
    758968790603
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass107,941 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    107,941 miles
    Test number
    638476415026
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  15. Fail107,941 miles (+14,368)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,941 miles
    Test number
    905276015036
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  16. Pass93,573 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    93,573 miles
    Test number
    137623424044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail93,573 miles (+12,317)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,573 miles
    Test number
    515542724098
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass81,256 miles (+14,474)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    81,256 miles
    Test number
    306384523097
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass66,782 miles (+16,831)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    66,782 miles
    Test number
    587053202097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass49,951 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    49,951 miles
    Test number
    903454160231
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  21. Fail49,951 miles (+16,212)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,951 miles
    Test number
    702934360213
    • FailureNearside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass33,739 miles (+3,591)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    33,739 miles
    Test number
    781432289275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass30,148 miles (+5,605)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    30,148 miles
    Test number
    123998709060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass24,543 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    24,543 miles
    Test number
    961089908006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L5 HVB

Does L5 HVB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L5 HVB expired on 2 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L5 HVB?
The MOT on L5 HVB expired on 2 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L5 HVB done?
L5 HVB was recorded at 161,397 miles at its MOT on 3 Oct 2024, an average of 8,178 miles a year.
Has L5 HVB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L5 HVB has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on L5 HVB 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 HVB find?
L5 HVB passed its latest MOT on 3 Oct 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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