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Land Rover Discovery

Black · Diesel · 2004 · 2,495 cc

L7 BDXMOT history

L7 BDX is a black diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 28 Jun 2004. Its MOT is valid until 2 Aug 2027 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 141,206 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jul 2026.

L7 BDX 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 2 Aug 2027
Mileage
141,206 mi
At MOT on 28 Jul 2026
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
6,072 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L7 BDX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
28 Jun 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L7 BDX was last recorded at 141,206 miles on 28 Jul 2026, 5,811 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
135,395 miles · 28 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
5,811 miles
Average per year
6,072 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 141,206 miles
  • 2025 – 135,395 miles
  • 2024 – 130,250 miles
  • 2023 – 123,862 miles
  • 2022 – 119,716 miles
  • 2021 – 116,882 miles
  • 2020 – 113,481 miles
  • 2019 – 107,885 miles
  • 2018 – 103,992 miles
  • 2017 – 95,810 miles
  • 2016 – 89,024 miles
  • 2015 – 85,840 miles
  • 2014 – 79,752 miles
  • 2013 – 78,398 miles
  • 2012 – 73,483 miles
  • 2011 – 66,724 miles
  • 2010 – 57,626 miles
  • 2009 – 46,830 miles
  • 2008 – 36,295 miles
  • 2007 – 25,345 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass141,206 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front and rear body mountings corroding
  • AdvisoryNearside Front headlight lens deteriatingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock absorber attachment point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive spring mounting point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive half shaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front and rear body mountings corroding
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Hydraulic leak, but not excessive ace pipe (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock absorber attachment point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive spring mounting point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear slight play in watts linkage
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four tyres cracking on sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (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.

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Hydraulic leak, but not excessive ace pipes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

32 tests since 29 Jun 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass141,206 miles12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    141,206 miles
    Test number
    632645010465
    • AdvisoryNearside Front and rear body mountings corroding
    • AdvisoryNearside Front headlight lens deteriating
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock absorber attachment point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive spring mounting point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive half shaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front and rear body mountings corroding
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Hydraulic leak, but not excessive ace pipe (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock absorber attachment point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive spring mounting point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear slight play in watts linkage
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four tyres cracking on sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail141,206 miles (+5,811)1 repaired12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,206 miles
    Test number
    443457940468
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front and rear body mountings corroding
    • AdvisoryNearside Front headlight lens deteriating
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock absorber attachment point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive spring mounting point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive half shaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front and rear body mountings corroding
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Hydraulic leak, but not excessive ace pipe (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock absorber attachment point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive spring mounting point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear slight play in watts linkage
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four tyres cracking on sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass135,395 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    135,395 miles
    Test number
    348843269010
    • AdvisoryCentral Hydraulic leak, but not excessive ACE PIPES (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Hydraulic leak, but not excessive ace pipes (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Fail135,395 miles (+5,145)1 dangerous2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,395 miles
    Test number
    787316438973
    • DangerousNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Hydraulic fluid leaking excessively hub seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Hydraulic leak, but not excessive ACE PIPES (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Hydraulic leak, but not excessive ace pipes (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass130,250 miles (+6,388)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    130,250 miles
    Test number
    446411171386
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front headlight lens deteriating
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive hub seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Hydraulic leak, but not excessive ace pipes (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass123,862 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    123,862 miles
    Test number
    330691555711
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Fail123,859 miles (+4,143)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,859 miles
    Test number
    513922020691
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover missing (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Pass119,716 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    119,716 miles
    Test number
    179148514217
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail119,716 miles (+2,834)1 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,716 miles
    Test number
    915107291645
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass116,882 miles (+3,401)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    116,882 miles
    Test number
    288581537328
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass113,481 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    113,481 miles
    Test number
    947473458410
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Fail113,477 miles (+5,592)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,477 miles
    Test number
    312809747825
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass107,885 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    107,885 miles
    Test number
    951380977119
    • 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))

  14. Fail107,885 miles (+3,893)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,885 miles
    Test number
    224871350390
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • 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))

  15. Pass103,992 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    103,992 miles
    Test number
    116379327623
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail103,992 miles (+8,182)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,992 miles
    Test number
    312885507531
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass95,810 miles (+6,786)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    95,810 miles
    Test number
    638523702082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass89,024 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2017
    Odometer
    89,024 miles
    Test number
    824756406606

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail89,019 miles (+3,179)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,019 miles
    Test number
    450447190299
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  20. Pass85,840 miles (+6,088)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2016
    Odometer
    85,840 miles
    Test number
    296398635119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass79,752 miles (+1,354)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2015
    Odometer
    79,752 miles
    Test number
    606907144108
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass78,398 miles (+4,915)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    78,398 miles
    Test number
    137637293160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass73,483 miles (+4)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    73,483 miles
    Test number
    559669372196
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  24. Fail73,479 miles (+6,755)4 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,479 miles
    Test number
    788088472143
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  25. Pass66,724 miles (+9,098)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    66,724 miles
    Test number
    479032571145
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  26. Pass57,626 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    57,626 miles
    Test number
    584135070199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail57,626 miles (+10,796)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,626 miles
    Test number
    244944570487
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront discs worn

  28. Fail46,830 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,830 miles
    Test number
    272614079187
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  29. Pass46,830 miles (+10,535)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    46,830 miles
    Test number
    852384779108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail36,295 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,295 miles
    Test number
    593708978143
    • Repaired at testCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  31. Pass36,295 miles (+10,950)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    36,295 miles
    Test number
    682408678160
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  32. Pass25,345 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    25,345 miles
    Test number
    741980087136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L7 BDX

Does L7 BDX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L7 BDX is valid until 2 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L7 BDX?
The MOT on L7 BDX is valid until 2 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L7 BDX done?
L7 BDX was recorded at 141,206 miles at its MOT on 28 Jul 2026, an average of 6,072 miles a year.
Has L7 BDX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L7 BDX has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on L7 BDX 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 L7 BDX find?
L7 BDX passed its latest MOT on 28 Jul 2026 with 12 advisories: nearside front and rear body mountings corroding; nearside front headlight lens deteriating; nearside rear upper suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock absorber attachment point, and 9 more.

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