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Land Rover Discovery

Silver · Diesel · 2005 · 2,720 cc

LB54 VTJMOT history

LB54 VTJ is a silver diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 21 Jan 2005. Its MOT expired on 27 Jul 2024 and it has passed 16 of 28 MOT tests, with 177,586 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jul 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Jul 2024
Mileage
177,586 mi
At MOT on 28 Jul 2023
MOT tests
28
16 passed · 12 failed
Per year
7,911 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB54 VTJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,720 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
21 Jan 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Jul 2024
Latest MOT test
28 Jul 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB54 VTJ was last recorded at 177,586 miles on 28 Jul 2023, 10 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jun 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
177,576 miles · 12 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
10 miles
Average per year
7,911 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 177,586 miles
  • 2022 – 176,979 miles
  • 2021 – 176,973 miles
  • 2020 – 170,080 miles
  • 2019 – 157,669 miles
  • 2018 – 133,603 miles
  • 2017 – 127,006 miles
  • 2016 – 121,353 miles
  • 2015 – 116,933 miles
  • 2014 – 110,974 miles
  • 2013 – 104,806 miles
  • 2012 – 93,696 miles
  • 2011 – 87,083 miles
  • 2010 – 79,479 miles
  • 2009 – 65,136 miles
  • 2008 – 54,784 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass177,586 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryEngine management light inoperativeRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

28 tests since 18 Jan 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass177,586 miles (+10)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    177,586 miles
    Test number
    976207168011
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine management light inoperative

  2. Fail177,576 miles (+597)5 dangerous6 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,576 miles
    Test number
    354357443974
    • DangerousNearside Passenger's seat insecure centre row (6.2.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Passenger's seat insecure centre row (6.2.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousPassenger's seat insecure middle seat centre row (6.2.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt missing centre row (7.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt missing centre row (7.1.2 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine management light inoperative

  3. Pass176,979 miles (+5)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    176,979 miles
    Test number
    972467817122
    • MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail176,974 miles (+1)5 dangerous8 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,974 miles
    Test number
    418280144635
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Bonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn inner rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt loose (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component damp rack /gator area (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Fail176,973 miles (+6,893)4 dangerous7 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,973 miles
    Test number
    467103404847
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn inner face (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Power steering component leaking steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively inner face (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear back plate
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear inner face

  6. Pass170,080 miles (+12,411)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    170,080 miles
    Test number
    645698305475
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge badly worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBoth inner sills corroded

  7. Pass157,669 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    157,669 miles
    Test number
    460959756418
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear low pressure
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Fail157,669 miles (+24,066)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,669 miles
    Test number
    582335947840
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (1.1.12 (d))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear low pressure
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Pass133,603 miles (+26)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    133,603 miles
    Test number
    499085666715

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail133,577 miles (+6,571)1 dangerous4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,577 miles
    Test number
    365691460729
    • DangerousNearside Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  11. Pass127,006 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    127,006 miles
    Test number
    169026199278
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  12. Fail127,006 miles (+5,653)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,006 miles
    Test number
    631727126117
    • FailureBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 255 60 R18 112V XL (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  13. Pass121,353 miles (+4,420)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    121,353 miles
    Test number
    836093202807
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisorySlight bind at nearside front brake
    • AdvisorySlight play felt in various suspension components at every wheel

  14. Pass116,933 miles (+5,959)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    116,933 miles
    Test number
    786471945870
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3mm (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass110,974 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    110,974 miles
    Test number
    409637754391
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth front tyres badly cracked/perished

  16. Fail110,974 miles (+6,168)1 dangerous1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,974 miles
    Test number
    387166954364
    • DangerousNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth front tyres badly cracked/perished

  17. Pass104,806 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    104,806 miles
    Test number
    836878953324
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail104,806 miles (+5,418)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,806 miles
    Test number
    968528253330
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass99,388 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    99,388 miles
    Test number
    318748603006
    • NoteFront discs corroded
    • NoteN/s/r tyre at 2mm
    • NoteSlight play at both track rod ends

  20. Fail99,388 miles (+5,692)2 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,388 miles
    Test number
    345048903088
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront discs corroded
    • NoteN/s/r tyre at 2mm
    • NoteSlight play at both track rod ends

  21. Pass93,696 miles (+1)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    93,696 miles
    Test number
    236727712005
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVery slight play in offside steering system

  22. Fail93,695 miles (+6,612)1 dangerous4 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,695 miles
    Test number
    559496012047
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVery slight play in offside steering system

  23. Pass87,083 miles (+7,604)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    87,083 miles
    Test number
    375050811028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass79,479 miles (+14,343)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    79,479 miles
    Test number
    404622310093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail65,136 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,136 miles
    Test number
    562359119041
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  26. Pass65,136 miles (+10,352)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    65,136 miles
    Test number
    970129419051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass54,784 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    54,784 miles
    Test number
    112388218000
    • NoteNearside front steering arm has slight play

  28. Fail54,782 miles1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,782 miles
    Test number
    782968118031
    • FailureRear Tyre has had the tread recut (4.1.D.1c)
    • NoteNearside front steering arm has slight play

Questions about LB54 VTJ

Does LB54 VTJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB54 VTJ expired on 27 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB54 VTJ?
The MOT on LB54 VTJ expired on 27 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB54 VTJ done?
LB54 VTJ was recorded at 177,586 miles at its MOT on 28 Jul 2023, an average of 7,911 miles a year.
Has LB54 VTJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB54 VTJ has failed 12 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on LB54 VTJ 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 LB54 VTJ find?
LB54 VTJ passed its latest MOT on 28 Jul 2023 with 6 advisories: central exhaust mounting defective; nearside rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule; nearside rear integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill, and 3 more.

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