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Land Rover Discovery

Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 2,720 cc

LB05 XGDMOT history

LB05 XGD is a blue diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 12 Aug 2005. Its MOT is valid until 20 Sept 2027 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 215,891 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Sept 2027
Mileage
215,891 mi
At MOT on 21 Sept 2026
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,511 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 XGD
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
12 Aug 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 XGD was last recorded at 215,891 miles on 21 Sept 2026, 4,694 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
211,197 miles · 16 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
4,694 miles
Average per year
8,511 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 215,891 miles
  • 2025 – 211,197 miles
  • 2019 – 181,750 miles
  • 2018 – 160,881 miles
  • 2016 – 153,132 miles
  • 2015 – 147,112 miles
  • 2014 – 140,235 miles
  • 2013 – 132,828 miles
  • 2012 – 118,082 miles
  • 2011 – 106,122 miles
  • 2010 – 95,782 miles
  • 2009 – 76,770 miles
  • 2008 – 57,504 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass215,891 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • BOTH DOOR STEPS CORRODED

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Both front wiper blades slightly worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

20 tests since 11 Feb 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass215,891 miles (+4,694)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    215,891 miles
    Test number
    557778446199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass211,197 miles (+29,447)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    211,197 miles
    Test number
    552563046660
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass181,750 miles (+20,869)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    181,750 miles
    Test number
    926625121873
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

  4. Pass160,881 miles (+3)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    160,881 miles
    Test number
    703470527993
    • AdvisoryBOTH DOOR STEPS CORRODED
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material FRONT REAR (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material FRONT TO REAR (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryBoth front wiper blades slightly worn

  5. Fail160,878 miles (+7,746)1 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,878 miles
    Test number
    869283300669
    • DangerousNearside Rear Seat belt likely to become detached in the event of a collision strap bolt not fitted (7.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded FRONT TO REAR (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded FRONT TO REAR (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryBOTH DOOR STEPS CORRODED
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryBoth front wiper blades slightly worn

  6. Pass153,132 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    153,132 miles
    Test number
    243418314848
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  7. Fail153,132 miles (+6,020)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,132 miles
    Test number
    624119043165
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  8. Pass147,112 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    147,112 miles
    Test number
    749018865194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail147,112 miles (+6,877)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,112 miles
    Test number
    719407065151
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  10. Pass140,235 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    140,235 miles
    Test number
    296388964487

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail140,235 miles (+7,407)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,235 miles
    Test number
    486188464162
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  12. Pass132,828 miles (+14,746)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    132,828 miles
    Test number
    378575063183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass118,082 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    118,082 miles
    Test number
    976593052183
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Fail118,082 miles (+11,960)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,082 miles
    Test number
    418713552132
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass106,122 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    106,122 miles
    Test number
    375107641190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail106,122 miles (+10,340)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,122 miles
    Test number
    218004641402
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

  17. Pass95,782 miles (+1,555)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    95,782 miles
    Test number
    120948260147
    • AdvisoryInner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass94,227 miles (+17,457)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    94,227 miles
    Test number
    100925530034
    • NoteAge cracking to suspension rubbers
    • NoteO/s/r tyre on limit at time of test
    • NoteRear suspension top arm bushes have movement in requires ateention a.s.a.p

  19. Pass76,770 miles (+19,266)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    76,770 miles
    Test number
    611463049035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass57,504 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    57,504 miles
    Test number
    884512348018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB05 XGD

Does LB05 XGD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB05 XGD is valid until 20 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB05 XGD?
The MOT on LB05 XGD is valid until 20 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB05 XGD done?
LB05 XGD was recorded at 215,891 miles at its MOT on 21 Sept 2026, an average of 8,511 miles a year.
Has LB05 XGD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 XGD has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jun 2018.
Has the mileage on LB05 XGD 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 XGD find?
LB05 XGD passed its latest MOT on 21 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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