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Land Rover Discovery

Blue · Diesel · 2001 · 2,495 cc

LB51 VZLMOT history

LB51 VZL is a blue diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 21 Dec 2001. Its MOT is valid until 16 Mar 2027 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 136,940 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Mar 2027
Mileage
136,940 mi
At MOT on 17 Mar 2026
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,906 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB51 VZL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
21 Dec 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB51 VZL was last recorded at 136,940 miles on 17 Mar 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
136,938 miles · 12 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
4,906 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 136,940 miles
  • 2025 – 136,923 miles
  • 2024 – 134,534 miles
  • 2023 – 133,352 miles
  • 2022 – 131,887 miles
  • 2021 – 127,892 miles
  • 2020 – 120,735 miles
  • 2018 – 119,556 miles
  • 2017 – 118,134 miles
  • 2016 – 117,251 miles
  • 2015 – 114,821 miles
  • 2014 – 107,712 miles
  • 2013 – 97,089 miles
  • 2012 – 91,834 miles
  • 2011 – 77,062 miles
  • 2010 – 72,062 miles
  • 2009 – 59,682 miles
  • 2007 – 49,793 miles
  • 2006 – 42,384 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass136,940 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both side's (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened active roll bar hydrolic pipe's (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryUpper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor5 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

Full MOT history

27 tests since 8 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass136,940 miles (+2)3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    136,940 miles
    Test number
    811266999548
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both side's (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened active roll bar hydrolic pipe's (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUpper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail136,938 miles (+15)7 major5 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,938 miles
    Test number
    627488488902
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative both rear levelling device's broke (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure bolt loose (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure bolt loose (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn watt link (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both side's (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened active roll bar hydrolic pipe's (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUpper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail136,923 miles (+2,389)6 major6 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,923 miles
    Test number
    198484956530
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure Securing bolts loose (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure Securing bolts loose (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass134,534 miles (+17)3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    134,534 miles
    Test number
    102090398815
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail134,517 miles (+1,165)4 major3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,517 miles
    Test number
    790612821327
    • MajorDipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (4.1.3 (b))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass133,352 miles (+48)2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    133,352 miles
    Test number
    293303062578
    • MinorFront Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Rear Linkage (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal and hand brake lever slight travel
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Hydraulic leak, but not excessive Steering rack (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover perished but preventing the ingress of dirt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working High Level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail133,304 miles (+1,417)3 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,304 miles
    Test number
    921244220978
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Rear Linkage (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal and hand brake lever slight travel
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Hydraulic leak, but not excessive Steering rack (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working High Level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass131,887 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    131,887 miles
    Test number
    392883981089
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal slight travel
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint has slight play lower nearside & offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Fail131,886 miles (+3,994)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,886 miles
    Test number
    276527870152
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure rear bush (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal slight travel
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint has slight play lower nearside & offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass127,892 miles (+49)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    127,892 miles
    Test number
    525786691038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail127,843 miles (+7,108)6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,843 miles
    Test number
    476688880333
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rears corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChassis corroded both sides

  12. Pass120,735 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    120,735 miles
    Test number
    681113984128
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Fail120,735 miles (+1,179)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,735 miles
    Test number
    709564750249
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Pass119,556 miles (+1,422)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    119,556 miles
    Test number
    763130534820
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside & offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside & offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  15. Pass118,134 miles (+883)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    118,134 miles
    Test number
    916429018262
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint Nearside & offside (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass117,251 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    117,251 miles
    Test number
    793867104296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail117,251 miles (+2,430)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,251 miles
    Test number
    815079596983
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

  18. Pass114,821 miles (+7,109)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    114,821 miles
    Test number
    527111305225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass107,712 miles (+10,623)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    107,712 miles
    Test number
    207744454430

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass97,089 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2014
    Odometer
    97,089 miles
    Test number
    206639003197
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Fail97,083 miles (+5,249)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,083 miles
    Test number
    299796703143
    • FailureFront position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass91,834 miles (+14,772)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2013
    Odometer
    91,834 miles
    Test number
    795454312169
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

  23. Pass77,062 miles (+5,000)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2012
    Odometer
    77,062 miles
    Test number
    887253831115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass72,062 miles (+12,380)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    72,062 miles
    Test number
    282779710441
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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)

  25. Pass59,682 miles (+9,889)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    59,682 miles
    Test number
    814752779024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass49,793 miles (+7,409)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    49,793 miles
    Test number
    951531347376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass42,384 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    42,384 miles
    Test number
    154952246367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB51 VZL

Does LB51 VZL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB51 VZL is valid until 16 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB51 VZL?
The MOT on LB51 VZL is valid until 16 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB51 VZL done?
LB51 VZL was recorded at 136,940 miles at its MOT on 17 Mar 2026, an average of 4,906 miles a year.
Has LB51 VZL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB51 VZL has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LB51 VZL 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 LB51 VZL find?
LB51 VZL passed its latest MOT on 17 Mar 2026 with 3 minor defects and 5 advisories: nearside front lower suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front lower suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; steering box leaking oil, and 5 more.

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