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Land Rover Discovery

Silver · Diesel · 2002 · 2,495 cc

LA51 FWWMOT history

LA51 FWW is a silver diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 18 Jan 2002. Its MOT is valid until 8 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 206,904 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jul 2026.

LA51 FWW silver 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 8 Jul 2027
Mileage
206,904 mi
At MOT on 3 Jul 2026
MOT tests
31
21 passed · 10 failed
Per year
8,135 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA51 FWW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
18 Jan 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA51 FWW was last recorded at 206,904 miles on 3 Jul 2026, 8,600 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
198,304 miles · 9 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
8,600 miles
Average per year
8,135 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 206,904 miles
  • 2025 – 198,304 miles
  • 2024 – 193,852 miles
  • 2023 – 187,058 miles
  • 2022 – 183,074 miles
  • 2021 – 177,644 miles
  • 2020 – 167,660 miles
  • 2019 – 162,605 miles
  • 2018 – 155,261 miles
  • 2017 – 149,087 miles
  • 2016 – 137,443 miles
  • 2015 – 136,561 miles
  • 2014 – 129,136 miles
  • 2013 – 122,357 miles
  • 2012 – 117,819 miles
  • 2011 – 112,850 miles
  • 2010 – 101,153 miles
  • 2009 – 85,094 miles
  • 2008 – 71,310 miles
  • 2007 – 58,202 miles
  • 2006 – 44,086 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass206,904 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both lower (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryCentral Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both inner arches (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2021

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor4 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Weep on power steering

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

31 tests since 28 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass206,904 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    206,904 miles
    Test number
    479268280068
    • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both lower (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both inner arches (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail206,904 miles (+8,600)1 major3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    206,904 miles
    Test number
    777838748702
    • MajorOffside Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both lower (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both inner arches (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass198,304 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    198,304 miles
    Test number
    194039784955
    • MinorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front power steering pipe leaking
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working middle light (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced 30cm from the tow bar (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear x2 seats in boot folded away couldn't test seat belts

  4. Fail198,304 miles (+4,452)2 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,304 miles
    Test number
    737081669647
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear All position lamps light intensity significantly reduced tail light (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front power steering pipe leaking
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working middle light (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced 30cm from the tow bar (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear x2 seats in boot folded away couldn't test seat belts

  5. Pass193,852 miles (+207)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    193,852 miles
    Test number
    592806193926
    • MinorFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryWeep on power steering

  6. Fail193,645 miles (+6,587)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,645 miles
    Test number
    717417914894
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryWeep on power steering

  7. Pass187,058 miles (+3,984)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    187,058 miles
    Test number
    837903040994

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass183,074 miles (+5,430)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    183,074 miles
    Test number
    453543390671

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass177,644 miles1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    177,644 miles
    Test number
    626766587968
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive coolant leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine and gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryAll front and rear air suspension pipes corroded

  10. Fail177,644 miles (+9,984)2 dangerous4 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,644 miles
    Test number
    192826213477
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive coolant leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine and gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryAll front and rear air suspension pipes corroded

  11. Pass167,660 miles (+17)4 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    167,660 miles
    Test number
    572002652553
    • MinorCentral Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • 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))

  12. Fail167,643 miles (+5,038)3 major4 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,643 miles
    Test number
    264537033184
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected broken showing white light (4.4.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • 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))

  13. Pass162,605 miles (+1)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    162,605 miles
    Test number
    598633893981
    • MinorCentral Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • 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))
    • AdvisorySlight damage to offside headlamp glass

  14. Fail162,604 miles (+7,343)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,604 miles
    Test number
    694700636252
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • 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))
    • AdvisorySlight damage to offside headlamp glass

  15. Pass155,261 miles (+6,174)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    155,261 miles
    Test number
    630915855976
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  16. Pass149,087 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    149,087 miles
    Test number
    369776319234
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Air suspension unit partially deflated (2.4.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak gearbox ?
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Fail149,087 miles (+11,644)2 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,087 miles
    Test number
    667553346993
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Air suspension unit partially deflated (2.4.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak gearbox ?
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Pass137,443 miles (+882)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    137,443 miles
    Test number
    962254314299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass136,561 miles (+7,425)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    136,561 miles
    Test number
    957655824751

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass129,136 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    129,136 miles
    Test number
    306331414456

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail129,136 miles (+6,779)6 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,136 miles
    Test number
    367425804212
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Pass122,357 miles (+4,538)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    122,357 miles
    Test number
    409341013214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass117,819 miles (+4,969)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    117,819 miles
    Test number
    517575112396
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Pass112,850 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    112,850 miles
    Test number
    499736021322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail112,850 miles (+11,697)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,850 miles
    Test number
    519926721396
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

  26. Pass101,153 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    101,153 miles
    Test number
    503796180166
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  27. Fail101,153 miles (+16,059)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,153 miles
    Test number
    603426970164
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  28. Pass85,094 miles (+13,784)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    85,094 miles
    Test number
    330643879155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass71,310 miles (+13,108)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    71,310 miles
    Test number
    153549578115
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

  30. Pass58,202 miles (+14,116)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    58,202 miles
    Test number
    531068677108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass44,086 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    44,086 miles
    Test number
    234009676490
    • NoteObject hanging from rear view mirror
    • NoteRear tyres and n/s/f tyre perished

Questions about LA51 FWW

Does LA51 FWW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LA51 FWW is valid until 8 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LA51 FWW?
The MOT on LA51 FWW is valid until 8 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LA51 FWW done?
LA51 FWW was recorded at 206,904 miles at its MOT on 3 Jul 2026, an average of 8,135 miles a year.
Has LA51 FWW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA51 FWW has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LA51 FWW 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 LA51 FWW find?
LA51 FWW passed its latest MOT on 3 Jul 2026 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both lower; offside headlamp lens slightly defective; central power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage, and 3 more.

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