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Land Rover Discovery

Green · Diesel · 2004 · 2,495 cc

LE04 DWLMOT history

LE04 DWL is a green diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 29 Jun 2004. Its MOT expired on 2 Jul 2024 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 168,335 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Jul 2025.

LE04 DWL green Land Rover Discovery – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Land Rover Discovery, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 2 Jul 2024
Mileage
168,335 mi
At MOT on 4 Jul 2025
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
7,161 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE04 DWL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
29 Jun 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Jul 2024
Latest MOT test
4 Jul 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

LE04 DWL was last recorded at 168,335 miles on 4 Jul 2025, 1,818 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jul 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
166,517 miles · 3 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
1,818 miles
Average per year
7,161 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 168,335 miles
  • 2023 – 166,517 miles
  • 2022 – 160,267 miles
  • 2020 – 153,062 miles
  • 2019 – 146,054 miles
  • 2018 – 139,783 miles
  • 2017 – 129,510 miles
  • 2016 – 122,565 miles
  • 2015 – 112,674 miles
  • 2014 – 103,104 miles
  • 2013 – 95,237 miles
  • 2012 – 86,350 miles
  • 2011 – 77,980 miles
  • 2010 – 68,301 miles
  • 2009 – 59,663 miles
  • 2008 – 51,532 miles
  • 2007 – 44,107 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail168,335 miles
  • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
  • MajorNearside Rear Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively all 4 (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront bumper cracked
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive half shaft oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive all chassis and x members

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2023

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides front to joints

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

28 tests since 6 Aug 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail168,335 miles (+1,818)3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,335 miles
    Test number
    496597607401
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Rear Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively all 4 (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront bumper cracked
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive half shaft oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass166,517 miles (+32)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    166,517 miles
    Test number
    790315836097
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive all chassis and x members (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Fail166,485 miles (+6,218)7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,485 miles
    Test number
    721834278073
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive all chassis and x members (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass160,267 miles (+7,205)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    160,267 miles
    Test number
    433039839608
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive all chassis and x members (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass153,062 miles1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    153,062 miles
    Test number
    433483004113
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides front to joints (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (front) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive all chassis and x members (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Fail153,059 miles (+7,005)1 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,059 miles
    Test number
    521714096995
    • MajorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play near box (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides front to joints (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (front) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive all chassis and x members (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Pass146,054 miles (+25)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    146,054 miles
    Test number
    292244083062
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides front to joints (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive all chassis and x members (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  8. Fail146,029 miles (+6,246)3 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,029 miles
    Test number
    541504430891
    • MajorFuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides front to joints (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive all chassis and x members (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  9. Pass139,783 miles (+13)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    139,783 miles
    Test number
    442188186439
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Fail139,770 miles (+10,260)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,770 miles
    Test number
    762519129963
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass129,510 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    129,510 miles
    Test number
    304259037362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail129,510 miles (+6,945)4 failures2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,510 miles
    Test number
    251378795225
    • FailureHeadlamp insecure both (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play on end of drag link end (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  13. Pass122,565 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    122,565 miles
    Test number
    435827148196
    • AdvisoryDrag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  14. Fail122,565 miles (+9,891)1 failure2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,565 miles
    Test number
    984037748673
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryDrag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  15. Pass112,674 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    112,674 miles
    Test number
    919275706457

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail112,674 miles (+9,570)1 failure1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,674 miles
    Test number
    673293844815
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  17. Pass103,104 miles (+7,867)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    103,104 miles
    Test number
    668658364255
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  18. Pass95,237 miles (+51)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    95,237 miles
    Test number
    349374373469
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Fail95,186 miles (+8,836)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,186 miles
    Test number
    615700573273
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass86,350 miles (+100)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    86,350 miles
    Test number
    477498962248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail86,250 miles (+8,270)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,250 miles
    Test number
    757283262255
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Pass77,980 miles (+9,679)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    77,980 miles
    Test number
    388572771468
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Pass68,301 miles (+8,638)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    68,301 miles
    Test number
    652534560288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass59,663 miles (+8,131)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    59,663 miles
    Test number
    414285679220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass51,532 miles (+7,425)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    51,532 miles
    Test number
    961026978226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass44,107 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    44,107 miles
    Test number
    201958577240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail52,493 miles (+12,410)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,493 miles
    Test number
    330118277275
    • Repaired at testBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

  28. Pass40,083 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    40,083 miles
    Test number
    331498717456
    • AdvisoryFront Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Questions about LE04 DWL

Does LE04 DWL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LE04 DWL expired on 2 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LE04 DWL?
The MOT on LE04 DWL expired on 2 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LE04 DWL done?
LE04 DWL was recorded at 168,335 miles at its MOT on 4 Jul 2025, an average of 7,161 miles a year.
Has LE04 DWL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE04 DWL has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on LE04 DWL 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 LE04 DWL find?
LE04 DWL failed its latest MOT on 4 Jul 2025 with 3 major defects and 7 advisories: brake performance unable to be tested; nearside rear cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting; offside rear cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting, and 7 more.

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