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Land Rover Discovery

Green · Diesel · 1994 · 2,495 cc

L99 VDVMOT history

L99 VDV is a green diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 1 Feb 1994. Its MOT expired on 10 Mar 2025 and it has passed 13 of 24 MOT tests, with 170,652 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Mar 2024.

L99 VDV 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 10 Mar 2025
Mileage
170,652 mi
At MOT on 11 Mar 2024
MOT tests
24
13 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,418 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L99 VDV
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 Feb 1994
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Mar 2025
Latest MOT test
11 Mar 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

L99 VDV was last recorded at 170,652 miles on 11 Mar 2024, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Mar 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 18 Aug 2009: 103,268 miles, lower than 103,688 miles on 13 Aug 2009.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
170,652 miles · 10 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,418 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 170,652 miles
  • 2023 – 166,102 miles
  • 2022 – 162,139 miles
  • 2021 – 157,303 miles
  • 2020 – 153,402 miles
  • 2019 – 146,711 miles
  • 2018 – 139,789 miles
  • 2014 – 132,609 miles
  • 2013 – 125,017 miles
  • 2011 – 116,301 miles
  • 2010 – 109,275 miles
  • 2009 – 103,268 miles
  • 2006 – 91,672 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass170,652 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipes painted/greased (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryUnderneath all freshly painted/undersealedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel On limit of allowable play.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering box moist.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Brake efficiency only just met for service brake @50%.may need service or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass170,652 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    170,652 miles
    Test number
    614520579795
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipes painted/greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnderneath all freshly painted/undersealed
  2. Fail170,652 miles (+4,550)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,652 miles
    Test number
    210487661535
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipes painted/greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnderneath all freshly painted/undersealed
  3. Pass166,102 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    166,102 miles
    Test number
    177514671089
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear hub seals damp
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  4. Fail166,102 miles (+3,963)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,102 miles
    Test number
    132872785517
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear hub seals damp
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  5. Pass162,139 miles (+44)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    162,139 miles
    Test number
    472343993651
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Poor beam image.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel On limit of allowable play. (2.3 (a) (i))
  6. Fail162,095 miles (+4,792)8 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,095 miles
    Test number
    238799328694
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt In front of the axle line. (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel On limit of allowable play. (2.3 (a) (i))
  7. Pass157,303 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    157,303 miles
    Test number
    229873904482
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Hub seal, (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNon standard exhaust fitted,
    • AdvisoryNon standard horn fitted.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering box moist. (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair Footbrake only just meets minimum for efficency at 50%. (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  8. Fail157,303 miles (+3,901)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,303 miles
    Test number
    846610081891
    • MajorHeadlamp aim not tested No beam pattern on either headlamp, (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Hub seal, (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNon standard exhaust fitted,
    • AdvisoryNon standard horn fitted.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering box moist. (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair Footbrake only just meets minimum for efficency at 50%. (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  9. Pass153,402 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    153,402 miles
    Test number
    728492115164
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test Dash camera fitted.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNon standard exhaust fitted.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering box moist. (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  10. Fail153,402 miles (+6,691)2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,402 miles
    Test number
    532366320222
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test Dash camera fitted.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNon standard exhaust fitted.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering box moist. (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  11. Pass146,711 miles (+18)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    146,711 miles
    Test number
    612054110589
    • AdvisoryBrake efficiency only just met for service brake @50%.may need service or repair.
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users Only just met requirements,2.7% (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 30%. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear slight leak from inner hub seal.
    • AdvisoryNon standard suspension fitted to rear.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin Pad getting low. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Power steering box damp. (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine oil leak. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 24%. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  12. Fail146,693 miles (+6,904)4 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,693 miles
    Test number
    335164994031
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake efficiency only just met for service brake @50%.may need service or repair.
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users Only just met requirements,2.7% (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 30%. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear slight leak from inner hub seal.
    • AdvisoryNon standard suspension fitted to rear.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin Pad getting low. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Power steering box damp. (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine oil leak. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 24%. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  13. Pass139,789 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    139,789 miles
    Test number
    389786919060
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear bump stop missing,
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test all seats removed,
    • AdvisoryRear Standard fitment seat belt missing all seat belts removed,
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
  14. Fail139,789 miles (+7,180)4 failures2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,789 miles
    Test number
    756066772518
    • FailureHazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)
    • FailureIndicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear bump stop missing,
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test all seats removed,
    • AdvisoryRear Standard fitment seat belt missing all seat belts removed,
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
  15. Pass132,609 miles (+90)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    132,609 miles
    Test number
    258618984467
    • AdvisoryLower Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
  16. Fail132,519 miles (+7,502)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,519 miles
    Test number
    299664574460
    • FailureNearside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play in a swivel pin (2.5.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryLower Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
  17. Pass125,017 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    125,017 miles
    Test number
    736683283169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail125,017 miles (+8,716)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,017 miles
    Test number
    399818073176
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
  19. Pass116,301 miles (+7,026)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    116,301 miles
    Test number
    885226581276
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteBattery insecure
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteO/s/r wheel arch weaking
  20. Pass109,275 miles (+6,007)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    109,275 miles
    Test number
    353971170471
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteBattery insecure
  21. Pass103,268 miles (-420)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    103,268 miles
    Test number
    783020939294
    • NoteBattery insecure
    • NoteN/s top radiator mtg loose
    • NoteN/s/f inner wing corroded
    • NoteO/s top radiator mtg missing
  22. Fail103,688 miles (+12,016)11 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,688 miles
    Test number
    532725229225
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBattery insecure
    • NoteN/s top radiator mtg loose
    • NoteN/s/f inner wing corroded
    • NoteO/s top radiator mtg missing
  23. Pass91,672 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    91,672 miles
    Test number
    202127316433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail91,672 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,672 miles
    Test number
    451685416125
    • FailureOffside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Questions about L99 VDV

Does L99 VDV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L99 VDV expired on 10 Mar 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L99 VDV?
The MOT on L99 VDV expired on 10 Mar 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L99 VDV done?
L99 VDV was recorded at 170,652 miles at its MOT on 11 Mar 2024, an average of 4,418 miles a year.
Has L99 VDV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L99 VDV has failed 11 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on L99 VDV ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 18 Aug 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L99 VDV find?
L99 VDV passed its latest MOT on 11 Mar 2024 with 2 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipes painted/greased; underneath all freshly painted/undersealed.

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