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Land Rover Discovery

Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 2,720 cc

L6 SHVMOT history

L6 SHV is a blue diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 10 Mar 2005. Its MOT is valid until 22 Feb 2027 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 197,636 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Feb 2026.

L6 SHV blue 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 22 Feb 2027
Mileage
197,636 mi
At MOT on 23 Feb 2026
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
9,030 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L6 SHV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,720 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
10 Mar 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L6 SHV was last recorded at 197,636 miles on 23 Feb 2026, 12 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
197,624 miles · 18 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
12 miles
Average per year
9,030 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 197,636 miles
  • 2025 – 184,508 miles
  • 2024 – 181,393 miles
  • 2023 – 175,840 miles
  • 2021 – 170,190 miles
  • 2020 – 166,106 miles
  • 2019 – 160,750 miles
  • 2016 – 149,842 miles
  • 2015 – 134,335 miles
  • 2014 – 122,238 miles
  • 2010 – 62,298 miles
  • 2009 – 48,545 miles
  • 2008 – 35,480 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass197,636 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Central Rear Prop shaft bearing has slight play Rear propshaft support bearing, on limit.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both front.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

22 tests since 10 Mar 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass197,636 miles (+12)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    197,636 miles
    Test number
    305025172085
    • MinorOffside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail197,624 miles (+13,116)4 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,624 miles
    Test number
    731405534088
    • MajorCentral Prop shaft bearing excessively worn (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both bulb lights (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass184,508 miles (+3,115)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    184,508 miles
    Test number
    488564727579
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front Flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement track control/panhard (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Pass181,393 miles (+5,553)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    181,393 miles
    Test number
    662916580450
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass175,840 miles (+5,650)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    175,840 miles
    Test number
    254859517963
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass170,190 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    170,190 miles
    Test number
    881285919061
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Prop shaft bearing has slight play Rear propshaft support bearing, on limit. (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both front.
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both front. (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail170,190 miles (+4,084)3 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,190 miles
    Test number
    302771963086
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Prop shaft bearing has slight play Rear propshaft support bearing, on limit. (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both front. (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass166,106 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    166,106 miles
    Test number
    697554165800
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint has slight play both (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))

  9. Fail166,106 miles (+5,356)1 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,106 miles
    Test number
    347667723041
    • DangerousOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint has slight play both (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))

  10. Pass160,750 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    160,750 miles
    Test number
    280073953007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail160,750 miles (+10,908)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,750 miles
    Test number
    197154230716
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  12. Pass149,842 miles (+15,507)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    149,842 miles
    Test number
    924295729641
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded various (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner egde (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass134,335 miles (+12,097)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    134,335 miles
    Test number
    927410899537

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass122,238 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    122,238 miles
    Test number
    317984744269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail122,238 miles (+3,909)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,238 miles
    Test number
    759640844232
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass118,329 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    118,329 miles
    Test number
    766446434071
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    239246861096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass62,298 miles (+13,753)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    62,298 miles
    Test number
    853457770088
    • NoteAll tyres wearing on inner edges

  19. Fail48,545 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,545 miles
    Test number
    313953669094
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  20. Pass48,545 miles (+13,065)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    48,545 miles
    Test number
    394953369030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass35,480 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    35,480 miles
    Test number
    543281978043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail35,471 miles1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,471 miles
    Test number
    414280578081
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSpare tyre defective

Questions about L6 SHV

Does L6 SHV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L6 SHV is valid until 22 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on L6 SHV?
The MOT on L6 SHV is valid until 22 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L6 SHV done?
L6 SHV was recorded at 197,636 miles at its MOT on 23 Feb 2026, an average of 9,030 miles a year.
Has L6 SHV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L6 SHV has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on L6 SHV 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 L6 SHV find?
L6 SHV passed its latest MOT on 23 Feb 2026 with 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: offside rear rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface; offside steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides, and 5 more.

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