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Land Rover Discovery

Blue · Diesel · 2003 · 2,495 cc

LD03 YWXMOT history

LD03 YWX is a blue diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 28 Mar 2003. Its MOT is valid until 28 Jan 2027 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 148,598 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jan 2026.

LD03 YWX blue Land Rover Discovery – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Land Rover Discovery, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 28 Jan 2027
Mileage
148,598 mi
At MOT on 29 Jan 2026
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,033 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD03 YWX
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
28 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD03 YWX was last recorded at 148,598 miles on 29 Jan 2026, 2,949 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Dec 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
145,649 miles · 4 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
2,949 miles
Average per year
6,033 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 148,598 miles
  • 2020 – 145,649 miles
  • 2019 – 143,049 miles
  • 2018 – 142,086 miles
  • 2017 – 139,033 miles
  • 2016 – 133,786 miles
  • 2015 – 121,340 miles
  • 2014 – 114,350 miles
  • 2013 – 108,691 miles
  • 2012 – 95,517 miles
  • 2011 – 82,855 miles
  • 2010 – 71,569 miles
  • 2009 – 59,243 miles
  • 2008 – 48,181 miles
  • 2007 – 38,692 miles
  • 2006 – 28,910 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass148,598 miles
  • MinorFront Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018

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.

  • Horn not working (1.6.2a)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all of rear chassis corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • All 4 tyres quite perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Fuel system component leaking

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2013

Full MOT history

24 tests since 29 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass148,598 miles (+2,949)4 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    148,598 miles
    Test number
    596104777288
    • MinorFront Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass145,649 miles (+16)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    145,649 miles
    Test number
    468091729084
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Fail145,633 miles (+2,584)2 dangerous9 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,633 miles
    Test number
    283243350330
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFuel system component leaking tank area (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt buckle missing due to seat not opening (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced body mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play upper and lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear shock mounts (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass143,049 miles (+11)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    143,049 miles
    Test number
    840665182217
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all of rear chassis corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll 4 tyres quite perished

  5. Fail143,038 miles (+952)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,038 miles
    Test number
    712099333366
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all of rear chassis corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll 4 tyres quite perished

  6. Pass142,086 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    142,086 miles
    Test number
    205051931808
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Fail142,077 miles (+3,044)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,077 miles
    Test number
    588388402046
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Pass139,033 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    139,033 miles
    Test number
    906187523791
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  9. Fail139,024 miles (+5,238)8 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,024 miles
    Test number
    178746703601
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureFront Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  10. Pass133,786 miles (+12,446)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    133,786 miles
    Test number
    114867185018
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  11. Pass121,340 miles (+6,990)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    121,340 miles
    Test number
    259746895427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass114,350 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    114,350 miles
    Test number
    396169314226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail114,350 miles (+5,659)7 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,350 miles
    Test number
    905509414227
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteOil leak

  14. Pass108,691 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    108,691 miles
    Test number
    468525003304
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteHigh level warning lamp not working
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSurface corrosion on chassis members

  15. Fail108,691 miles (+13,174)5 failures5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,691 miles
    Test number
    567006293291
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteHigh level warning lamp not working
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSurface corrosion on chassis members
    • NoteWiper blade ends starting to peel

  16. Pass95,517 miles (+12,662)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    95,517 miles
    Test number
    637777972247
    • NoteFront brake pads wearing low
    • NoteN/s/f tyre wearing close to wear markers
    • NoteSlightly long handbrake travel

  17. Pass82,855 miles (+11,286)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    82,855 miles
    Test number
    925111071243
    • NoteExhaust system rusty and weak in places
    • NoteNearside front hub sill leaking oil
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on inner edge and out of shape

  18. Pass71,569 miles (+12,326)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    71,569 miles
    Test number
    324649270274
    • NoteBrakes tested on wet roads with tapley meter

  19. Pass59,243 miles (+11,062)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    59,243 miles
    Test number
    203067089225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass48,181 miles (+9,489)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    48,181 miles
    Test number
    284941598299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass38,692 miles (+3,423)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    38,692 miles
    Test number
    931989687222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass35,269 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    35,269 miles
    Test number
    882208387064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail35,269 miles (+6,359)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,269 miles
    Test number
    420826387020
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • NoteSMALL STONE CHIP ZONE A OFF FRONT WINDSCREEN

  24. Pass28,910 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    28,910 miles
    Test number
    991118786037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD03 YWX

Does LD03 YWX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD03 YWX is valid until 28 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD03 YWX?
The MOT on LD03 YWX is valid until 28 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD03 YWX done?
LD03 YWX was recorded at 148,598 miles at its MOT on 29 Jan 2026, an average of 6,033 miles a year.
Has LD03 YWX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD03 YWX has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Sept 2020.
Has the mileage on LD03 YWX 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 LD03 YWX find?
LD03 YWX passed its latest MOT on 29 Jan 2026 with 4 minor defects and 6 advisories: front battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; nearside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources, and 7 more.

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