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Land Rover Discovery

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

L70 JVLMOT history

L70 JVL is a green diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 3 Sept 1999. Its MOT expired on 29 Nov 2023 and it has passed 15 of 28 MOT tests, with 170,020 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Nov 2023.

L70 JVL green 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 29 Nov 2023
Mileage
170,020 mi
At MOT on 22 Nov 2023
MOT tests
28
15 passed · 13 failed
Per year
4,891 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L70 JVL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
3 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
22 Nov 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

L70 JVL was last recorded at 170,020 miles on 22 Nov 2023, 3,780 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
166,240 miles · 25 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
3,780 miles
Average per year
4,891 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 170,020 miles
  • 2022 – 166,240 miles
  • 2021 – 164,628 miles
  • 2020 – 163,430 miles
  • 2019 – 162,830 miles
  • 2018 – 157,771 miles
  • 2017 – 153,553 miles
  • 2016 – 151,078 miles
  • 2013 – 137,584 miles
  • 2012 – 123,424 miles
  • 2011 – 115,380 miles
  • 2010 – 108,364 miles
  • 2009 – 101,171 miles
  • 2008 – 96,889 miles
  • 2007 – 90,044 miles
  • 2006 – 84,052 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail170,020 miles
  • DangerousOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint likely to become detached detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting chassis leg (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting edge of floor to bulkhead (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorRear Suspension component ball joint excessively worn watts linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryCoolant leak
  • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive front diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear chassis dampener (pipe rubbed threw) (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear air suspension pipes corroded

What MOT failures 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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

28 tests since 25 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail170,020 miles (+3,780)1 dangerous7 major1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,020 miles
    Test number
    580028738728
    • DangerousOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint likely to become detached detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting chassis leg (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting edge of floor to bulkhead (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear Suspension component ball joint excessively worn watts linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive front diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear chassis dampener (pipe rubbed threw) (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear air suspension pipes corroded

  2. Pass166,240 miles (+1,612)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    166,240 miles
    Test number
    351360467896
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive front diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear direction indicator bulb slightly white
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear direction indicator bulb slightly white
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass164,628 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    164,628 miles
    Test number
    843160200347
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Fail164,625 miles (+1,195)1 dangerous5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,625 miles
    Test number
    944135492027
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass163,430 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    163,430 miles
    Test number
    243577678188
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail163,430 miles (+1)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,430 miles
    Test number
    461349231311
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail163,429 miles (+599)2 dangerous7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,429 miles
    Test number
    638348049364
    • DangerousACE (Active Cornering Enhancement) fluid empty
    • DangerousACE light illuminated on dashboard
    • MajorCentral Rear Hydraulic fluid leaking excessively ACE pump on rear axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive engine to gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low

  8. Pass162,830 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    162,830 miles
    Test number
    484109326229
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive vehicle has many leaks from all round the engine and gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail162,830 miles (+5,059)2 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,830 miles
    Test number
    540289610401
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive vehicle has many leaks from all round the engine and gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass157,771 miles (+4,218)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    157,771 miles
    Test number
    577130181571

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass153,553 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    153,553 miles
    Test number
    967025722042
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Level sensor snapped
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear level sensor snapped

  12. Fail153,553 miles (+2,475)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,553 miles
    Test number
    209162967646
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Level sensor snapped
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear level sensor snapped

  13. Pass151,078 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    151,078 miles
    Test number
    877060420013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail151,077 miles (+13,493)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,077 miles
    Test number
    967802706128
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

  15. Pass137,584 miles (+14,160)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    137,584 miles
    Test number
    195018413114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass123,424 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    123,424 miles
    Test number
    188591412199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail123,424 miles (+8,044)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,424 miles
    Test number
    265791512473
    • FailureNearside Headlamp incorrect colour (1.7.5b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp incorrect colour (1.7.5b)

  18. Pass115,380 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    115,380 miles
    Test number
    918694291070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail115,380 miles (+7,016)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,380 miles
    Test number
    605381091056
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Rear position lamp(s) obscured more than 50% (1.1.A.3c)
    • NoteO/S/F wiper little smeary N/S/F headlamp borderline (High) Oil Level Min level.

  20. Pass108,364 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    108,364 miles
    Test number
    782751890061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail108,364 miles (+7,193)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,364 miles
    Test number
    803151790024
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  22. Pass101,171 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    101,171 miles
    Test number
    664199199042
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres about 3mm left
    • NoteOffside front wheel bearing slightly noisey

  23. Fail101,171 miles (+4,282)2 repaired3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,171 miles
    Test number
    724329099098
    • Repaired at testCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres about 3mm left
    • NoteOffside front wheel bearing slightly noisey

  24. Pass96,889 miles (+46)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    96,889 miles
    Test number
    423931728113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail96,843 miles (+6,799)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,843 miles
    Test number
    994716818122
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Panhard rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  26. Pass90,044 miles (+95)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    90,044 miles
    Test number
    294763007154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail89,949 miles (+5,897)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,949 miles
    Test number
    213730907464
    • FailureNearside Front Panhard rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  28. Pass84,052 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    84,052 miles
    Test number
    120007316110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L70 JVL

Does L70 JVL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L70 JVL expired on 29 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L70 JVL?
The MOT on L70 JVL expired on 29 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L70 JVL done?
L70 JVL was recorded at 170,020 miles at its MOT on 22 Nov 2023, an average of 4,891 miles a year.
Has L70 JVL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L70 JVL has failed 13 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on L70 JVL 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 L70 JVL find?
L70 JVL failed its latest MOT on 22 Nov 2023 with 1 dangerous defect, 7 major defects, 1 minor defect and 11 advisories: offside rear anti-roll bar linkage ball joint likely to become detached detached; nearside front brake pipe excessively corroded; nearside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt, and 17 more.

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