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Land Rover Discovery

Blue · Diesel · 2003 · 2,495 cc

LB52 BUOMOT history

LB52 BUO is a blue diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 7 Feb 2003. Its MOT expired on 17 May 2025 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 235,742 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 May 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 17 May 2025
Mileage
235,742 mi
At MOT on 18 May 2024
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
9,074 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB52 BUO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
7 Feb 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 May 2025
Latest MOT test
18 May 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB52 BUO was last recorded at 235,742 miles on 18 May 2024, 10,415 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 May 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
225,327 miles · 15 May 2023
Between the last two tests
10,415 miles
Average per year
9,074 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 235,742 miles
  • 2023 – 225,327 miles
  • 2019 – 202,191 miles
  • 2018 – 185,666 miles
  • 2017 – 167,689 miles
  • 2016 – 159,600 miles
  • 2015 – 154,522 miles
  • 2014 – 148,523 miles
  • 2013 – 142,085 miles
  • 2012 – 137,527 miles
  • 2011 – 128,693 miles
  • 2010 – 120,180 miles
  • 2008 – 94,240 miles
  • 2007 – 80,967 miles
  • 2006 – 74,782 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass235,742 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryAxle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryBeen modified for off road

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.

  • Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2011

Full MOT history

19 tests since 22 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass235,742 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2025
    Odometer
    235,742 miles
    Test number
    184665049458
    • AdvisoryAxle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBeen modified for off road

  2. Fail235,742 miles (+10,415)3 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    235,742 miles
    Test number
    140620634695
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testPosition lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning replaced bulbs (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryAxle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBeen modified for off road

  3. Pass225,327 miles (+23,136)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2024
    Odometer
    225,327 miles
    Test number
    677896562480
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass202,191 miles (+16,525)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    202,191 miles
    Test number
    481527519691
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

  5. Pass185,666 miles (+17,977)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2019
    Odometer
    185,666 miles
    Test number
    732573499780
    • AdvisoryLarge amount of fuel around filter at osr wheel , No leak obvious
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass167,689 miles (+8,089)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    167,689 miles
    Test number
    674911814399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass159,600 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    159,600 miles
    Test number
    493288213451
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  8. Fail159,600 miles (+5,078)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,600 miles
    Test number
    898317757340
    • Repaired at testBrake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  9. Pass154,522 miles (+5,999)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    154,522 miles
    Test number
    139727635003
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  10. Pass148,523 miles (+6,438)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    148,523 miles
    Test number
    595261734073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass142,085 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    142,085 miles
    Test number
    556542433018
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Fail142,802 miles (+5,275)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,802 miles
    Test number
    849542833059
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass137,527 miles (+8,834)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    137,527 miles
    Test number
    146541842090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass128,693 miles (+8,513)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    128,693 miles
    Test number
    977537681083
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass120,180 miles (+25,940)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    120,180 miles
    Test number
    111997290012
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  16. Pass94,240 miles (+88)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2009
    Odometer
    94,240 miles
    Test number
    194428948184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail94,152 miles (+13,185)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,152 miles
    Test number
    634754648157
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass80,967 miles (+6,185)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    80,967 miles
    Test number
    890057917121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass74,782 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    74,782 miles
    Test number
    102654236258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB52 BUO

Does LB52 BUO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB52 BUO expired on 17 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB52 BUO?
The MOT on LB52 BUO expired on 17 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB52 BUO done?
LB52 BUO was recorded at 235,742 miles at its MOT on 18 May 2024, an average of 9,074 miles a year.
Has LB52 BUO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB52 BUO has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 18 May 2024.
Has the mileage on LB52 BUO 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 LB52 BUO find?
LB52 BUO passed its latest MOT on 18 May 2024 with 4 advisories: axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn; nearside front wheel bearing has slight play; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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