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Land Rover Discovery

Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 2,720 cc

LB05 XFDMOT history

LB05 XFD is a blue diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 29 Jul 2005. Its MOT is valid until 5 Nov 2026 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 165,313 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Nov 2026
Mileage
165,313 mi
At MOT on 28 Oct 2025
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,087 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 XFD
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,720 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
29 Jul 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
28 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 XFD was last recorded at 165,313 miles on 28 Oct 2025, 3,482 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
161,831 miles · 6 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
3,482 miles
Average per year
7,087 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 165,313 miles
  • 2024 – 161,831 miles
  • 2023 – 158,980 miles
  • 2022 – 156,936 miles
  • 2021 – 152,460 miles
  • 2020 – 147,119 miles
  • 2019 – 142,119 miles
  • 2018 – 134,640 miles
  • 2017 – 129,042 miles
  • 2016 – 121,320 miles
  • 2015 – 112,525 miles
  • 2014 – 105,607 miles
  • 2013 – 95,823 miles
  • 2012 – 83,526 miles
  • 2011 – 70,161 miles
  • 2010 – 61,673 miles
  • 2009 – 52,406 miles
  • 2008 – 41,344 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass165,313 miles
  • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 3 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.

  • Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint leaking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Central Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Inner Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel track rod

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Brake back plates corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2017

Full MOT history

26 tests since 1 May 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass165,313 miles (+3,482)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    165,313 miles
    Test number
    877542766424
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass161,831 miles (+21)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    161,831 miles
    Test number
    819217327178
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Fail161,810 miles (+2,830)2 dangerous4 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,810 miles
    Test number
    736323246026
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass158,980 miles (+2,044)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    158,980 miles
    Test number
    289438360063
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass156,936 miles (+4,476)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    156,936 miles
    Test number
    907733379006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass152,460 miles (+36)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    152,460 miles
    Test number
    830204020809
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint leaking (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel track rod (2.3 (a) (i))

  7. Fail152,424 miles (+5,305)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,424 miles
    Test number
    146692957526
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn anti roll bar mounting bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint leaking (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel track rod (2.3 (a) (i))

  8. Pass147,119 miles (+5,000)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    147,119 miles
    Test number
    739378458701
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel track rod (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel track rod (2.3 (a) (i))

  9. Pass142,119 miles (+15)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    142,119 miles
    Test number
    971028975882
    • AdvisoryRear Brake back plates corroded

  10. Fail142,104 miles (+7,464)7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,104 miles
    Test number
    914177455146
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn 'D' bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn 'D' bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake back plates corroded

  11. Pass134,640 miles (+62)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    134,640 miles
    Test number
    747771255450
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Fail134,578 miles (+5,536)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,578 miles
    Test number
    160639371293
    • DangerousRear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture above rear axle (1.1.11 (a))
    • DangerousRear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system above rear axle (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass129,042 miles (+7,722)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    129,042 miles
    Test number
    418024343656
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass121,320 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    121,320 miles
    Test number
    547644822534
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Fail121,320 miles (+8,795)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,320 miles
    Test number
    649832171168
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass112,525 miles (+6,918)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    112,525 miles
    Test number
    985311805244
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. Fail105,607 miles1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,607 miles
    Test number
    419852294121
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

  18. Pass105,607 miles (+9,784)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    105,607 miles
    Test number
    495542294169
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

  19. Pass95,823 miles (+12,297)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    95,823 miles
    Test number
    879166993152
    • NoteCar pulls to offside under braking
    • NoteHandbrake low effort one side
    • NoteKnock from front suspension advise further investigation
    • NoteN/s/f brake hose twisted

  20. Pass83,526 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    83,526 miles
    Test number
    785348782130
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  21. Fail83,526 miles (+21)1 dangerous3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,526 miles
    Test number
    416317482167
    • DangerousNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  22. Fail83,505 miles (+13,344)3 dangerous4 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,505 miles
    Test number
    539075882108
    • DangerousNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • DangerousNearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • DangerousNearside Inner Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureCentre Rear Upper Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  23. Pass70,161 miles (+8,488)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    70,161 miles
    Test number
    918995491021
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  24. Pass61,673 miles (+9,267)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    61,673 miles
    Test number
    373273100110
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  25. Pass52,406 miles (+11,062)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    52,406 miles
    Test number
    550752419161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass41,344 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    41,344 miles
    Test number
    841252028169
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LB05 XFD

Does LB05 XFD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB05 XFD is valid until 5 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB05 XFD?
The MOT on LB05 XFD is valid until 5 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB05 XFD done?
LB05 XFD was recorded at 165,313 miles at its MOT on 28 Oct 2025, an average of 7,087 miles a year.
Has LB05 XFD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 XFD has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on LB05 XFD 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 XFD find?
LB05 XFD passed its latest MOT on 28 Oct 2025 with 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: offside obligatory mirror slightly damaged; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 6 more.

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