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Land Rover Discovery

Grey · Diesel · 2005 · 2,720 cc

LB05 EBGMOT history

LB05 EBG is a grey diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 26 May 2005. Its MOT expired on 29 Mar 2025 and it has passed 14 of 23 MOT tests, with 259,602 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Mar 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 29 Mar 2025
Mileage
259,602 mi
At MOT on 30 Mar 2024
MOT tests
23
14 passed · 9 failed
Per year
13,341 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 EBG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,720 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
26 May 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Mar 2025
Latest MOT test
30 Mar 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 EBG was last recorded at 259,602 miles on 30 Mar 2024, 1,236 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jan 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
258,366 miles · 8 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
1,236 miles
Average per year
13,341 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 259,602 miles
  • 2021 – 258,366 miles
  • 2019 – 246,860 miles
  • 2018 – 238,278 miles
  • 2017 – 226,472 miles
  • 2016 – 200,992 miles
  • 2015 – 183,306 miles
  • 2014 – 163,105 miles
  • 2013 – 143,280 miles
  • 2012 – 125,318 miles
  • 2011 – 107,035 miles
  • 2010 – 88,357 miles
  • 2009 – 67,649 miles
  • 2008 – 47,604 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass259,602 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryElectronic parking brake defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryLower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both sides (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))

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.

  • Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Offside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Nearside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear to n/s/r

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear to o/s/r

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front tyre tread depth wearing low & outer edge worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

23 tests since 9 May 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass259,602 miles3 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    259,602 miles
    Test number
    332967378088
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryElectronic parking brake defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryLower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both sides (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))

  2. Fail259,602 miles (+1,236)1 repaired3 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    259,602 miles
    Test number
    158535806063
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryElectronic parking brake defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryLower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both sides (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))

  3. Pass258,366 miles (+11,506)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    258,366 miles
    Test number
    790273188081
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear to nearside rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear to offside rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCovers/undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of testable items
    • AdvisoryInner sills corroded n/s & o/s
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft centre bearing worn
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured n/s & o/s (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryStone chip to windscreen
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass246,860 miles (+10)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    246,860 miles
    Test number
    138791347704
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear to n/s/r (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear to o/s/r (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre tread depth wearing low & outer edge worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play link bar (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge & outer edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play link bar (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft centre bearing worn/deteriorated
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted not allowing full inspection of all underside components

  5. Fail246,850 miles (+8,572)1 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    246,850 miles
    Test number
    363506520794
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear to n/s/r (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear to o/s/r (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre tread depth wearing low & outer edge worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play link bar (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge & outer edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play link bar (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft centre bearing worn/deteriorated
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted not allowing full inspection of all underside components

  6. Pass238,278 miles (+11,806)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    238,278 miles
    Test number
    415835118435
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass226,472 miles (+25,480)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    226,472 miles
    Test number
    537361279012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass200,992 miles (+17,686)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2017
    Odometer
    200,992 miles
    Test number
    720705525960

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass183,306 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2016
    Odometer
    183,306 miles
    Test number
    866236525128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail183,302 miles (+20,197)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,302 miles
    Test number
    225945725416
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  11. Pass163,105 miles (+4)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2015
    Odometer
    163,105 miles
    Test number
    817345334121
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • NoteSpare wheel missing

  12. Fail163,101 miles (+19,821)4 failures7 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,101 miles
    Test number
    647414334123
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre outer tread feathered
    • NoteOffside rear tyre inner treads feathered
    • NoteSpare wheel missing

  13. Fail143,280 miles2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,280 miles
    Test number
    156814033171
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  14. Pass143,280 miles (+17,962)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2014
    Odometer
    143,280 miles
    Test number
    686784633126
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  15. Pass125,318 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2013
    Odometer
    125,318 miles
    Test number
    285902622192
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Fail125,313 miles (+18,278)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,313 miles
    Test number
    909972922177
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass107,035 miles (+18,678)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2012
    Odometer
    107,035 miles
    Test number
    989163431196
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  18. Pass88,357 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2011
    Odometer
    88,357 miles
    Test number
    562380340197
    • NoteBoth rear tyres inner treads feathered
    • NoteFront nearside inner trackrod slight play
    • NoteFront offside inner track rod slight play

  19. Fail88,357 miles (+20,708)1 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,357 miles
    Test number
    961450440157
    • Repaired at testCentre Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres inner treads feathered
    • NoteFront nearside inner trackrod slight play
    • NoteFront offside inner track rod slight play

  20. Fail67,649 miles2 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,649 miles
    Test number
    272607329413
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNearside and offside front trackrods slight play
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

  21. Pass67,649 miles (+20,045)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2010
    Odometer
    67,649 miles
    Test number
    322357329163
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNearside and offside front trackrods slight play
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

  22. Pass47,604 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2009
    Odometer
    47,604 miles
    Test number
    220390038474
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Fail47,602 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,602 miles
    Test number
    871040738158
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LB05 EBG

Does LB05 EBG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB05 EBG expired on 29 Mar 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB05 EBG?
The MOT on LB05 EBG expired on 29 Mar 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB05 EBG done?
LB05 EBG was recorded at 259,602 miles at its MOT on 30 Mar 2024, an average of 13,341 miles a year.
Has LB05 EBG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 EBG has failed 9 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on LB05 EBG 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 LB05 EBG find?
LB05 EBG passed its latest MOT on 30 Mar 2024 with 3 minor defects and 14 advisories: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view, and 14 more.

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