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Land Rover Discovery

Blue · Diesel · 1993 · 2,495 cc

L93 VHRMOT history

L93 VHR is a blue diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 29 Sept 1993. Its MOT is valid until 6 Nov 2027 and it has passed 22 of 29 MOT tests, with 122,920 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Oct 2026.

L93 VHR 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 6 Nov 2027
Mileage
122,920 mi
At MOT on 20 Oct 2026
MOT tests
29
22 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,091 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L93 VHR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
29 Sept 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Nov 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L93 VHR was last recorded at 122,920 miles on 20 Oct 2026, 1,165 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,755 miles · 29 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
1,165 miles
Average per year
2,091 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 122,920 miles
  • 2025 – 121,755 miles
  • 2024 – 119,380 miles
  • 2023 – 118,175 miles
  • 2022 – 116,682 miles
  • 2021 – 115,948 miles
  • 2020 – 115,545 miles
  • 2019 – 115,164 miles
  • 2018 – 113,149 miles
  • 2017 – 113,149 miles
  • 2016 – 112,703 miles
  • 2015 – 111,404 miles
  • 2014 – 110,574 miles
  • 2013 – 109,028 miles
  • 2012 – 105,583 miles
  • 2011 – 103,721 miles
  • 2010 – 101,451 miles
  • 2009 – 99,917 miles
  • 2008 – 96,787 miles
  • 2007 – 93,403 miles
  • 2006 – 86,188 miles
  • 2005 – 78,843 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,920 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyres inner walls splitting (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear wheel corroding
  • AdvisoryUnder body rusting

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory9 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Body not fully secure front and rear chassis to body mounts badly corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022

  • General under body condition

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022

  • Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

Full MOT history

29 tests since 19 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass122,920 miles (+1,165)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2027
    Odometer
    122,920 miles
    Test number
    427428441448
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyres inner walls splitting (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear wheel corroding
    • AdvisoryUnder body rusting

  2. Pass121,755 miles (+2,375)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    121,755 miles
    Test number
    733392622539
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnder side of body heavily under sealed
    • AdvisoryUnder side of vehicle very wet at time of test

  3. Pass119,380 miles (+1,205)3 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    119,380 miles
    Test number
    129041156968
    • MinorNearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated axle upper ball joint boot perishing (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component ball joint has slight play upper ball joint slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder bodly heavily under sealed

  4. Pass118,175 miles (+13)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    118,175 miles
    Test number
    822837302427
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material metal brake pipes under sealed (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wall splitting (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBody not fully secure front and rear chassis to body mountings corroding
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body condition plus under sealed

  5. Fail118,162 miles (+1,480)1 dangerous1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,162 miles
    Test number
    222083965407
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material metal brake pipes under sealed (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wall splitting (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBody not fully secure front and rear chassis to body mountings corroding
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body condition plus under sealed

  6. Pass116,682 miles (+8)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    116,682 miles
    Test number
    577228106972
    • AdvisoryBody not fully secure front and rear chassis to body mounts badly corroded (6.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body condition

  7. Fail116,674 miles (+8)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,674 miles
    Test number
    861037278451
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBody not fully secure front and rear chassis to body mounts badly corroded (6.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body condition

  8. Fail116,666 miles (+718)5 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,666 miles
    Test number
    493801928255
    • MajorFront Prop shaft securing bolt loose (6.1.7 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced body sill area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced under rear wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced body sill area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced under rear wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBody not fully secure front and rear chassis to body mounts badly corroded (6.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDoor steps badly corroded
    • AdvisoryFront floors badly corroded
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body condition

  9. Pass115,948 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    115,948 miles
    Test number
    611973161388
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front inner sill has a corrosion hole but not within load bearing area
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Fail115,938 miles (+393)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,938 miles
    Test number
    658987611384
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front inner sill has a corrosion hole but not within load bearing area
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass115,545 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    115,545 miles
    Test number
    539075263176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail115,538 miles (+374)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,538 miles
    Test number
    997288255140
    • MajorFront Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • Advisory***FRONT HUBS LEAKING ONTO FRONT BRAKES***
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass115,164 miles (+2,015)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    115,164 miles
    Test number
    422044229652
    • AdvisoryNearside Front HUB SEAL LEAKING
    • AdvisoryOffside Front HUB SEAL LEAKING
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryService brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  14. Pass113,149 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    113,149 miles
    Test number
    591754276145
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front hub leaking oil
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front hub leaking oil
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  15. Pass113,149 miles (+446)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    113,149 miles
    Test number
    363296042874
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Pass112,703 miles (+1,299)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    112,703 miles
    Test number
    557966592769
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

  17. Pass111,404 miles (+830)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    111,404 miles
    Test number
    937393551966
    • AdvisoryBOTH FRONT HUBS LEAKING

  18. Pass110,574 miles (+1,546)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    110,574 miles
    Test number
    579995964238
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteSlight grease leak from both front hubs

  19. Pass109,028 miles (+3,445)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    109,028 miles
    Test number
    495219163253
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth front hub seals leaking

  20. Pass105,583 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    105,583 miles
    Test number
    825830952280
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  21. Fail105,583 miles (+1,862)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,583 miles
    Test number
    548770052222
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  22. Pass103,721 miles (+2,270)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    103,721 miles
    Test number
    317742041269
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBoth front hub seals leaking

  23. Pass101,451 miles (+1,534)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    101,451 miles
    Test number
    394016260430

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass99,917 miles (+3,130)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    99,917 miles
    Test number
    972723979272
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteSlight corrosion to offside inner upper wheel arch

  25. Pass96,787 miles (+3,384)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    96,787 miles
    Test number
    140383278204
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteRear centre seatbelt stalk plastic cover has been chewed but is still functioning

  26. Pass93,403 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    93,403 miles
    Test number
    552620177254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail93,400 miles (+7,212)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,400 miles
    Test number
    573380767257
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  28. Pass86,188 miles (+7,345)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    86,188 miles
    Test number
    240291466288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass78,843 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    78,843 miles
    Test number
    553942465289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L93 VHR

Does L93 VHR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L93 VHR is valid until 6 Nov 2027.
When is the MOT due on L93 VHR?
The MOT on L93 VHR is valid until 6 Nov 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L93 VHR done?
L93 VHR was recorded at 122,920 miles at its MOT on 20 Oct 2026, an average of 2,091 miles a year.
Has L93 VHR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L93 VHR has failed 7 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on L93 VHR 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 L93 VHR find?
L93 VHR passed its latest MOT on 20 Oct 2026 with 7 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; nearside rear upper shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush, and 4 more.

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