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Land Rover Discovery

Green · Diesel · 2003 · 2,495 cc

L90 NJWMOT history

L90 NJW is a green diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 28 Feb 2003. Its MOT expired on 13 May 2024 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 166,508 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 May 2024.

L90 NJW 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 13 May 2024
Mileage
166,508 mi
At MOT on 21 May 2024
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,950 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L90 NJW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
28 Feb 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 May 2024
Latest MOT test
21 May 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

L90 NJW was last recorded at 166,508 miles on 21 May 2024, 423 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 May 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
166,085 miles · 4 May 2023
Between the last two tests
423 miles
Average per year
5,950 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 166,508 miles
  • 2023 – 166,085 miles
  • 2022 – 165,786 miles
  • 2021 – 162,381 miles
  • 2020 – 158,699 miles
  • 2019 – 154,683 miles
  • 2018 – 150,132 miles
  • 2017 – 145,306 miles
  • 2016 – 139,899 miles
  • 2015 – 131,880 miles
  • 2014 – 121,415 miles
  • 2013 – 109,695 miles
  • 2012 – 102,297 miles
  • 2011 – 94,705 miles
  • 2010 – 86,461 miles
  • 2009 – 80,009 miles
  • 2008 – 71,600 miles
  • 2007 – 63,195 miles
  • 2006 – 58,056 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail166,508 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Track rod end 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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNo rear seats fitted
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside and nearside rears heavily pitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated rear of rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated offside and nearside front lower joint covers

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

29 tests since 27 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail166,508 miles (+423)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,508 miles
    Test number
    543442604565
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end 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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNo rear seats fitted
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass166,085 miles (+3)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2024
    Odometer
    166,085 miles
    Test number
    452289539290
    • MinorSuspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated offside and nearside front lower joint covers (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside and nearside rears heavily pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated rear of rear (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear seats not fitted and seat belts removed

  3. Fail166,082 miles (+296)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,082 miles
    Test number
    881923325834
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MinorSuspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated offside and nearside front lower joint covers (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside and nearside rears heavily pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated rear of rear (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear seats not fitted and seat belts removed

  4. Pass165,786 miles (+3,405)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2023
    Odometer
    165,786 miles
    Test number
    113403586799
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass162,381 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    162,381 miles
    Test number
    754208026417
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both front lower (5.3.2 (c))

  6. Fail162,377 miles (+3,678)8 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,377 miles
    Test number
    914431142207
    • MajorAnti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both front (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both rear (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working with side lamp on (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both front lower (5.3.2 (c))

  7. Pass158,699 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    158,699 miles
    Test number
    406494588981
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail158,699 miles (+4,016)4 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,699 miles
    Test number
    611681566394
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass154,683 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    154,683 miles
    Test number
    498504339283
    • MinorSuspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both lower (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Fail154,683 miles (+4,551)1 dangerous2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,683 miles
    Test number
    914598534455
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MinorSuspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both lower (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass150,132 miles (+4,826)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    150,132 miles
    Test number
    794547207766
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both front lower (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  12. Pass145,306 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    145,306 miles
    Test number
    755600743229
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both lower (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  13. Fail145,302 miles (+5,403)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,302 miles
    Test number
    855206366270
    • FailureDrag link end ball joint has excessive play both (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureTrack rod end ball joint has excessive play both (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both lower (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Pass139,899 miles (+8,019)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    139,899 miles
    Test number
    328636759096
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Pass131,880 miles (+107)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    131,880 miles
    Test number
    157528875411
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Fail131,773 miles (+10,358)1 failure1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,773 miles
    Test number
    285572375082
    • FailureShock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass121,415 miles (+11,720)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    121,415 miles
    Test number
    496476134006
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Pass109,695 miles8 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    109,695 miles
    Test number
    206880253028
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)
    • NoteFront brake discs worn
    • NoteO/s/r axle height sensor broken
    • NoteO/s/r bump stop missing
    • NoteSteering wheel cover stitching broken/frayed

  19. Fail109,695 miles (+7,398)1 repaired8 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,695 miles
    Test number
    647030553087
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)
    • NoteFront brake discs worn
    • NoteO/s/r axle height sensor broken
    • NoteO/s/r bump stop missing
    • NoteSteering wheel cover stitching broken/frayed

  20. Pass102,297 miles (+7,592)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    102,297 miles
    Test number
    618511562010
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  21. Pass94,705 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    94,705 miles
    Test number
    157879151422

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail94,705 miles (+8,244)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,705 miles
    Test number
    105069851014
    • FailureFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteUPPER BRAKE-LIGHT NOT WORKING/ O/S/R AXLE BUMP- STOP MISSING

  23. Pass86,461 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    86,461 miles
    Test number
    322509440029
    • NoteSlight leak from power steering box
    • NoteSuspect fault on o/s/r air suspension

  24. Fail86,461 miles (+6,452)3 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,461 miles
    Test number
    934479740005
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • NoteSlight leak from power steering box
    • NoteSuspect fault on o/s/r air suspension

  25. Fail80,009 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,009 miles
    Test number
    162573749093
    • Repaired at testRear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteN/S/R AXLE BUMP STOP MISSING

  26. Pass80,009 miles (+8,409)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    80,009 miles
    Test number
    702243549006
    • AdvisoryRear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteN/S/R AXLE BUMP STOP MISSING

  27. Pass71,600 miles (+8,405)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    71,600 miles
    Test number
    653178658085
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass63,195 miles (+5,139)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    63,195 miles
    Test number
    423537357069
    • 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)

  29. Pass58,056 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    58,056 miles
    Test number
    212648256019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L90 NJW

Does L90 NJW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L90 NJW expired on 13 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L90 NJW?
The MOT on L90 NJW expired on 13 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L90 NJW done?
L90 NJW was recorded at 166,508 miles at its MOT on 21 May 2024, an average of 5,950 miles a year.
Has L90 NJW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L90 NJW has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 21 May 2024.
Has the mileage on L90 NJW 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 L90 NJW find?
L90 NJW failed its latest MOT on 21 May 2024 with 3 major defects and 5 advisories: nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; offside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt, and 5 more.

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