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Land Rover Discovery

Orange · Diesel · 2004 · 2,495 cc

LD53 WWGMOT history

LD53 WWG is an orange diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 30 Jan 2004. Its MOT is valid until 19 Feb 2027 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 150,296 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jan 2026.

LD53 WWG orange 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 19 Feb 2027
Mileage
150,296 mi
At MOT on 28 Jan 2026
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,014 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 WWG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Orange
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
30 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 WWG was last recorded at 150,296 miles on 28 Jan 2026, 4,149 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
146,147 miles · 31 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
4,149 miles
Average per year
6,014 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 150,296 miles
  • 2025 – 146,147 miles
  • 2024 – 143,924 miles
  • 2023 – 140,032 miles
  • 2020 – 135,254 miles
  • 2019 – 130,656 miles
  • 2018 – 127,032 miles
  • 2017 – 120,475 miles
  • 2016 – 116,741 miles
  • 2015 – 113,831 miles
  • 2013 – 105,159 miles
  • 2011 – 96,087 miles
  • 2010 – 87,927 miles
  • 2009 – 72,548 miles
  • 2008 – 60,058 miles
  • 2007 – 42,001 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass150,296 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2026

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all front and rear covered by grease

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

25 tests since 2 Feb 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass150,296 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    150,296 miles
    Test number
    271620183808
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail150,296 miles (+4,149)1 major1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,296 miles
    Test number
    169243908493
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • Repaired at testCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass146,147 miles (+2,223)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    146,147 miles
    Test number
    958764506280
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass143,924 miles (+6)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    143,924 miles
    Test number
    797137662853
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all front and rear covered by grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail143,918 miles (+3,886)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,918 miles
    Test number
    474947134465
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all front and rear covered by grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass140,032 miles (+4,778)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    140,032 miles
    Test number
    558275753944

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass135,254 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    135,254 miles
    Test number
    201409085539
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff pinion (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail135,254 miles (+4,598)1 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,254 miles
    Test number
    292733597955
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff pinion (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass130,656 miles (+20)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    130,656 miles
    Test number
    195698191568
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working high level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBottom radiator support corroded

  10. Fail130,636 miles (+109)6 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,636 miles
    Test number
    963848041146
    • MajorDrag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorFront Track rod end ball joint has excessive play both (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn upper and lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working high level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront bottom radiator support corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail130,527 miles (+3,495)3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,527 miles
    Test number
    974392066394
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Chassis cracking and corroded(marked) (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play by wheel (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Front radiator /steering protection bar corroded/holes.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output headlamp misty inside. (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material above chassis corroding. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material above chassis corroding. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive oil leaks (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine auxiliary belt starting to crack

  12. Pass127,032 miles (+6,557)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    127,032 miles
    Test number
    539293854792

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass120,475 miles (+3,734)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    120,475 miles
    Test number
    121119328264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass116,741 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2017
    Odometer
    116,741 miles
    Test number
    342835228492
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a slightly worn bush both front lower (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryAll tyres cracked / perished
    • AdvisoryBoth rear bump stops missing

  15. Fail116,741 miles (+2,910)5 failures1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,741 miles
    Test number
    715376544893
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a slightly worn bush both front lower (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryAll tyres cracked / perished
    • AdvisoryBoth rear bump stops missing

  16. Pass113,831 miles (+8,672)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    113,831 miles
    Test number
    257203815188
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteAll four tyres side walls cracking

  17. Pass105,159 miles (+9,072)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    105,159 miles
    Test number
    506579383240
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Pass96,087 miles (+8,160)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    96,087 miles
    Test number
    295049301313
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on inside
    • NoteRear rear seat belts not check load linner fitted

  19. Fail87,927 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,927 miles
    Test number
    871892090259
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteVarious underside oil leaks - engine, gearbox and rear diff area. no fuel system leaks

  20. Pass87,927 miles (+15,379)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    87,927 miles
    Test number
    913832990271
    • NoteVarious underside oil leaks - engine, gearbox and rear diff area. no fuel system leaks

  21. Fail72,548 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,548 miles
    Test number
    492737029230
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  22. Pass72,548 miles (+12,490)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    72,548 miles
    Test number
    650157929224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass60,058 miles (+18,057)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    60,058 miles
    Test number
    710316138284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass42,001 miles (+5,890)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2008
    Odometer
    42,001 miles
    Test number
    124314427187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass36,111 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    36,111 miles
    Test number
    101183837415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD53 WWG

Does LD53 WWG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD53 WWG is valid until 19 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD53 WWG?
The MOT on LD53 WWG is valid until 19 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD53 WWG done?
LD53 WWG was recorded at 150,296 miles at its MOT on 28 Jan 2026, an average of 6,014 miles a year.
Has LD53 WWG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 WWG has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LD53 WWG 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 LD53 WWG find?
LD53 WWG passed its latest MOT on 28 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources.

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