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Land Rover Discovery

Blue · Diesel · 2006 · 2,720 cc

L5 OXLMOT history

L5 OXL is a blue diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 1 Mar 2006. Its MOT expired on 15 Apr 2026 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 239,092 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Apr 2025.

L5 OXL blue 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 15 Apr 2026
Mileage
239,092 mi
At MOT on 16 Apr 2025
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
12,469 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L5 OXL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,720 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
1 Mar 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
16 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L5 OXL was last recorded at 239,092 miles on 16 Apr 2025, 14,554 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
224,538 miles · 16 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
14,554 miles
Average per year
12,469 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 239,092 miles
  • 2024 – 224,538 miles
  • 2023 – 224,474 miles
  • 2022 – 217,858 miles
  • 2021 – 208,664 miles
  • 2020 – 200,293 miles
  • 2019 – 193,280 miles
  • 2018 – 185,587 miles
  • 2017 – 168,791 miles
  • 2016 – 149,887 miles
  • 2015 – 130,351 miles
  • 2014 – 112,320 miles
  • 2013 – 96,872 miles
  • 2012 – 86,334 miles
  • 2011 – 73,632 miles
  • 2010 – 55,340 miles
  • 2009 – 38,126 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass239,092 miles
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened appears overheated (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (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 Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

23 tests since 4 Mar 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass239,092 miles (+14,554)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    239,092 miles
    Test number
    805832065940
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened appears overheated (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass224,538 miles (+64)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    224,538 miles
    Test number
    483605412245
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail224,474 miles (+6,616)4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    224,474 miles
    Test number
    857153470844
    • MajorCentral Prop shaft bearing excessively worn (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers damaged to the extent that it does not function (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass217,858 miles (+9,194)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    217,858 miles
    Test number
    470831901252
    • AdvisoryCentral Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material above axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear reverse lamp not working

  5. Pass208,664 miles (+8,371)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    208,664 miles
    Test number
    793316471304
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rose bushes both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  6. Pass200,293 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    200,293 miles
    Test number
    355320820664
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component ball joint has slight play both side radius arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail200,293 miles (+7,013)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,293 miles
    Test number
    786229990756
    • MajorFront Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both sides front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component ball joint has slight play both side radius arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass193,280 miles (+7,693)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    193,280 miles
    Test number
    406488376200
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn hub bushes both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass185,587 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    185,587 miles
    Test number
    834403475671
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryFree play in both rear suspension arm bushes
    • AdvisoryFront anti roll bar bushes worn
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on edges

  10. Fail185,587 miles (+16,796)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,587 miles
    Test number
    727659706450
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryFree play in both rear suspension arm bushes
    • AdvisoryFront anti roll bar bushes worn
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on edges

  11. Pass168,791 miles17 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    168,791 miles
    Test number
    959264542501
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryHorn button starting to wear does not switch off immediately
    • AdvisoryNearside Front sidelight dim
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Mirror outer casing loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Mirror a little loose
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyres (Both) starting to get low on tread also have have small cuts in tread
    • AdvisoryUnder covers fitted

  12. Fail168,791 miles (+18,904)2 repaired17 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,791 miles
    Test number
    753292539340
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryHorn button starting to wear does not switch off immediately
    • AdvisoryNearside Front sidelight dim
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Mirror outer casing loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Mirror a little loose
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyres (Both) starting to get low on tread also have have small cuts in tread
    • AdvisoryUnder covers fitted

  13. Pass149,887 miles (+231)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    149,887 miles
    Test number
    657503000064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail149,656 miles (+19,305)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,656 miles
    Test number
    963048040097
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureTrack rod end ball joint has excessive play both (2.2.B.1f)

  15. Fail130,351 miles2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,351 miles
    Test number
    245700455095
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteAll tyres wearing on edges
    • NoteFreeplay in steering rack

  16. Pass130,351 miles (+18,031)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    130,351 miles
    Test number
    916450055047
    • NoteAll tyres wearing on edges
    • NoteFreeplay in steering rack

  17. Pass112,320 miles (+15,448)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    112,320 miles
    Test number
    286371244049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass96,872 miles (+10,538)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    96,872 miles
    Test number
    718093553016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass86,334 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    86,334 miles
    Test number
    547605052024
    • NoteSlight play in o/s of steering rack

  20. Fail86,334 miles (+12,702)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,334 miles
    Test number
    787895752088
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteSlight play in o/s of steering rack

  21. Pass73,632 miles (+18,292)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    73,632 miles
    Test number
    706661891042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass55,340 miles (+17,214)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    55,340 miles
    Test number
    103277550426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass38,126 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    38,126 miles
    Test number
    794343269052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L5 OXL

Does L5 OXL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L5 OXL expired on 15 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L5 OXL?
The MOT on L5 OXL expired on 15 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L5 OXL done?
L5 OXL was recorded at 239,092 miles at its MOT on 16 Apr 2025, an average of 12,469 miles a year.
Has L5 OXL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L5 OXL has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on L5 OXL 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 OXL find?
L5 OXL passed its latest MOT on 16 Apr 2025 with 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: offside headlamp lens slightly defective; offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 5 more.

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