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Land Rover Discovery

Green · Diesel · 1994 · 2,495 cc

L7 RDDMOT history

L7 RDD is a green diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 1 Sept 1994. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jul 2027 and it has passed 16 of 29 MOT tests, with 199,800 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Jul 2026.

L7 RDD green 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 30 Jul 2027
Mileage
199,800 mi
At MOT on 31 Jul 2026
MOT tests
29
16 passed · 13 failed
Per year
2,698 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L7 RDD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
1 Sept 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L7 RDD was last recorded at 199,800 miles on 31 Jul 2026, 4,731 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
195,069 miles · 26 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
4,731 miles
Average per year
2,698 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 199,800 miles
  • 2025 – 195,069 miles
  • 2024 – 193,530 miles
  • 2023 – 191,363 miles
  • 2018 – 191,054 miles
  • 2017 – 189,791 miles
  • 2016 – 188,152 miles
  • 2015 – 184,859 miles
  • 2013 – 179,699 miles
  • 2012 – 174,654 miles
  • 2011 – 168,806 miles
  • 2010 – 164,237 miles
  • 2009 – 160,638 miles
  • 2008 – 157,051 miles
  • 2007 – 150,245 miles
  • 2006 – 144,381 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass199,800 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2007–2016

  • Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2008–2017

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

29 tests since 11 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass199,800 miles (+4,731)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    199,800 miles
    Test number
    837176644969
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (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 Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass195,069 miles (+1,539)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    195,069 miles
    Test number
    776357581692
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass193,530 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    193,530 miles
    Test number
    387096520466
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail193,530 miles (+2,167)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,530 miles
    Test number
    280503128768
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass191,363 miles (+309)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    191,363 miles
    Test number
    581696243985
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (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 Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass191,054 miles (+26)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2019
    Odometer
    191,054 miles
    Test number
    668622903781
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryFront hubs weeping
    • AdvisoryRear propshaft removed

  7. Fail191,028 miles (+1,237)5 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,028 miles
    Test number
    226456067693
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureElectrical wiring inadequately supported battrey lead rubing on steering colum (1.9.2a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe inadequately clipped across axle (3.6.B.1)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryFront hubs weeping
    • AdvisoryRear propshaft removed

  8. Pass189,791 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2018
    Odometer
    189,791 miles
    Test number
    419315476558
    • AdvisoryFront axle seals slightly leaking
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

  9. Fail189,785 miles (+526)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,785 miles
    Test number
    380804841529
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront axle seals slightly leaking
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

  10. Fail189,259 miles (+1,107)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,259 miles
    Test number
    997931579834
    • FailureNearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test all
    • AdvisoryRear Standard fitment seat belt missing all

  11. Pass188,152 miles (+140)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2017
    Odometer
    188,152 miles
    Test number
    354829432486
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  12. Fail188,012 miles (+3,153)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,012 miles
    Test number
    884224487056
    • FailureNearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (3.1.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  13. Pass184,859 miles (+9)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2016
    Odometer
    184,859 miles
    Test number
    188922345150
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NotePassenger seat(s) missing at time of test

  14. Fail184,850 miles (+5,151)1 dangerous6 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,850 miles
    Test number
    969333235140
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NotePassenger seat(s) missing at time of test

  15. Pass179,699 miles (+8)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    179,699 miles
    Test number
    466243003208
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  16. Fail179,691 miles (+5,037)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,691 miles
    Test number
    895968693151
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass174,654 miles (+5,848)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    174,654 miles
    Test number
    846084262145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass168,806 miles (+4,569)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    168,806 miles
    Test number
    405620301236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass164,237 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2011
    Odometer
    164,237 miles
    Test number
    512135620106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail164,237 miles (+3,599)16 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,237 miles
    Test number
    863527010121
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureFront Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  21. Fail160,638 miles2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,638 miles
    Test number
    472378269086
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  22. Pass160,638 miles (+3,587)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    160,638 miles
    Test number
    681238769033
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  23. Pass157,051 miles (+165)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    157,051 miles
    Test number
    483774148019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail156,886 miles (+6,641)9 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,886 miles
    Test number
    230088238022
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

  25. Pass150,245 miles (+150)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    150,245 miles
    Test number
    481957447005
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteBonnet damaged

  26. Fail150,095 miles (+317)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,095 miles
    Test number
    454696537058
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteBonnet damaged

  27. Fail149,778 miles (+5,397)9 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,778 miles
    Test number
    414182127082
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteBonnet damaged

  28. Pass144,381 miles (+34)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    144,381 miles
    Test number
    562122316068
    • NoteN/s/r brake disc slight corrosion

  29. Fail144,347 miles5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,347 miles
    Test number
    432651016006
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Questions about L7 RDD

Does L7 RDD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L7 RDD is valid until 30 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L7 RDD?
The MOT on L7 RDD is valid until 30 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L7 RDD done?
L7 RDD was recorded at 199,800 miles at its MOT on 31 Jul 2026, an average of 2,698 miles a year.
Has L7 RDD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L7 RDD has failed 13 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on L7 RDD 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 RDD find?
L7 RDD passed its latest MOT on 31 Jul 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside rear vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security; offside front vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security; offside rear vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security, and 1 more.

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