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Land Rover Discovery

Grey · Diesel · 2006 · 2,720 cc

LB56 EKPMOT history

LB56 EKP is a grey diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 20 Nov 2006. Its MOT is valid until 31 Oct 2026 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 198,602 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 31 Oct 2026
Mileage
198,602 mi
At MOT on 30 Oct 2025
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
9,514 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 EKP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,720 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
20 Nov 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
30 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 EKP was last recorded at 198,602 miles on 30 Oct 2025, 11,928 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
186,674 miles · 23 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
11,928 miles
Average per year
9,514 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 198,602 miles
  • 2024 – 186,674 miles
  • 2023 – 182,047 miles
  • 2022 – 173,293 miles
  • 2021 – 162,604 miles
  • 2020 – 154,656 miles
  • 2019 – 142,044 miles
  • 2018 – 133,560 miles
  • 2017 – 127,272 miles
  • 2016 – 117,478 miles
  • 2015 – 107,899 miles
  • 2014 – 99,679 miles
  • 2013 – 90,778 miles
  • 2012 – 82,051 miles
  • 2011 – 73,211 miles
  • 2010 – 61,294 miles
  • 2009 – 45,968 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass198,602 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryUnderbody corroded

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 Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2015

Full MOT history

24 tests since 14 Oct 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass198,602 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    198,602 miles
    Test number
    762551838719
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corroded

  2. Fail198,602 miles (+11,928)4 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,602 miles
    Test number
    621495686267
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage loose (7.1.1 (b))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corroded

  3. Pass186,674 miles (+4,627)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    186,674 miles
    Test number
    359662714861
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass182,047 miles (+8,754)14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    182,047 miles
    Test number
    433722775446
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion underneath of vehicle
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Both
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass173,293 miles (+10,689)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    173,293 miles
    Test number
    190995638688
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Under upper arm (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Under upper arm (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Both
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass162,604 miles (+7,948)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    162,604 miles
    Test number
    726991190165
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Under upper arm (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Under upper arm (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Both
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass154,656 miles (+24)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    154,656 miles
    Test number
    852101262423
    • AdvisoryBoth front rack inner ball joints have slight play
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule on upper arm (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule on upper arm (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Fail154,632 miles (+12,588)5 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,632 miles
    Test number
    144200979059
    • MajorElectronic parking brake warning indicates a malfunction (1.1.6 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule on upper arm (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play rack inner (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule on upper arm (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass142,044 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    142,044 miles
    Test number
    321323126263
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Nearside & offside
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Fail142,030 miles (+8,470)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,030 miles
    Test number
    294977448888
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 1.34 (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Nearside & offside
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass133,560 miles (+6,288)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    133,560 miles
    Test number
    914041433573
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule as marked (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule as marked (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play drop link as marked (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass127,272 miles (+9,794)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    127,272 miles
    Test number
    218068532069
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules as marked (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules as marked (3.6.B.4e)

  13. Pass117,478 miles (+9,579)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    117,478 miles
    Test number
    855830882874

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass107,899 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    107,899 miles
    Test number
    319557816261
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre has cuts in tread
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear park brake cable retaining bracket worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Fail107,899 miles (+8,220)2 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,899 miles
    Test number
    470631776289
    • FailureNearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre has cuts in tread
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear park brake cable retaining bracket worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Fail99,679 miles2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,679 miles
    Test number
    226466874258
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  17. Pass99,679 miles (+8,901)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    99,679 miles
    Test number
    729186474266
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  18. Pass90,778 miles (+8,727)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    90,778 miles
    Test number
    408767463232
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSlight play osf and nsf steering rack arms

  19. Pass82,051 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    82,051 miles
    Test number
    608792772275
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteSlight play in nearside+offside steering arms

  20. Fail82,051 miles (+8,840)1 failure6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,051 miles
    Test number
    635991172285
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSlight play in nearside+offside steering arms

  21. Pass73,211 miles (+11,917)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    73,211 miles
    Test number
    979076081212
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  22. Pass61,294 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    61,294 miles
    Test number
    984524580225
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteBoth steering arms worn

  23. Fail61,294 miles (+15,326)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,294 miles
    Test number
    933124280275
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteBoth steering arms worn

  24. Pass45,968 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    45,968 miles
    Test number
    514517789216
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Questions about LB56 EKP

Does LB56 EKP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB56 EKP is valid until 31 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB56 EKP?
The MOT on LB56 EKP is valid until 31 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB56 EKP done?
LB56 EKP was recorded at 198,602 miles at its MOT on 30 Oct 2025, an average of 9,514 miles a year.
Has LB56 EKP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 EKP has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LB56 EKP 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 LB56 EKP find?
LB56 EKP passed its latest MOT on 30 Oct 2025 with 3 advisories: nearside rear inner suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside rear anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play; underbody corroded.

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