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Land Rover Discovery

Gold · Diesel · 2005 · 2,720 cc

LL51 LARMOT history

LL51 LAR is a gold diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 12 Jul 2005. Its MOT expired on 5 Jun 2025 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 199,634 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Aug 2025.

LL51 LAR gold 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 5 Jun 2025
Mileage
199,634 mi
At MOT on 14 Aug 2025
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
8,734 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL51 LAR
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Gold
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,720 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
12 Jul 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Jun 2025
Latest MOT test
14 Aug 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

LL51 LAR was last recorded at 199,634 miles on 14 Aug 2025, 10,478 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
189,156 miles · 29 May 2024
Between the last two tests
10,478 miles
Average per year
8,734 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 199,634 miles
  • 2024 – 189,156 miles
  • 2023 – 187,459 miles
  • 2020 – 185,761 miles
  • 2019 – 174,122 miles
  • 2018 – 166,071 miles
  • 2017 – 155,121 miles
  • 2016 – 144,875 miles
  • 2015 – 131,665 miles
  • 2014 – 119,654 miles
  • 2013 – 107,748 miles
  • 2012 – 95,896 miles
  • 2011 – 84,286 miles
  • 2010 – 73,118 miles
  • 2009 – 58,844 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail199,634 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached Inner (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
  • MajorElectronic parking brake control inoperative (1.1.6 (d))
  • MajorElectronic parking brake warning indicates a malfunction (1.1.6 (e))
  • MajorExhaust fumes entering cabin (6.1.2 (b) (i))
  • MajorFront Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Nail in tyre
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Slight corrosion under vehicle

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2013

Full MOT history

22 tests since 1 Jul 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail199,634 miles (+10,478)3 dangerous6 major1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,634 miles
    Test number
    201383609804
    • DangerousNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached Inner (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorElectronic parking brake control inoperative (1.1.6 (d))
    • MajorElectronic parking brake warning indicates a malfunction (1.1.6 (e))
    • MajorExhaust fumes entering cabin (6.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorFront Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass189,156 miles (+1,697)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    189,156 miles
    Test number
    349478510166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass187,459 miles (+1,698)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    187,459 miles
    Test number
    892020146424

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass185,761 miles (+11,639)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    185,761 miles
    Test number
    199224799226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass174,122 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    174,122 miles
    Test number
    824555891834
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion under vehicle

  6. Fail174,120 miles (+8,049)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,120 miles
    Test number
    493257038445
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorProp shaft bearing excessively worn Rubber (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion under vehicle

  7. Pass166,071 miles (+10,950)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    166,071 miles
    Test number
    905937483792

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass155,121 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    155,121 miles
    Test number
    625041271310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail155,118 miles (+10,243)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,118 miles
    Test number
    875414711884
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Pass144,875 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    144,875 miles
    Test number
    251369330015
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  11. Fail144,875 miles (+13,210)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,875 miles
    Test number
    874685614102
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  12. Pass131,665 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    131,665 miles
    Test number
    957520065122
    • NoteSlight play in both tie rods at the rack.

  13. Fail131,665 miles (+12,011)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,665 miles
    Test number
    965590465148
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteSlight play in both tie rods at the rack.

  14. Pass119,654 miles (+11,906)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    119,654 miles
    Test number
    787991864122
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack/tie rod joints.

  15. Pass107,748 miles (+11,852)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    107,748 miles
    Test number
    625092863122
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass95,896 miles (+11,610)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2013
    Odometer
    95,896 miles
    Test number
    428520852158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass84,286 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2012
    Odometer
    84,286 miles
    Test number
    628714441184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail84,286 miles (+11,168)1 dangerous4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,286 miles
    Test number
    249136931194
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  19. Pass73,118 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    73,118 miles
    Test number
    192401980125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail73,118 miles (+14,274)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,118 miles
    Test number
    990384670170
    • FailureNearside Inner Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Inner Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass58,844 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    58,844 miles
    Test number
    822912489168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail58,844 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,844 miles
    Test number
    960002889183
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Questions about LL51 LAR

Does LL51 LAR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LL51 LAR expired on 5 Jun 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LL51 LAR?
The MOT on LL51 LAR expired on 5 Jun 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LL51 LAR done?
LL51 LAR was recorded at 199,634 miles at its MOT on 14 Aug 2025, an average of 8,734 miles a year.
Has LL51 LAR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL51 LAR has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on LL51 LAR 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 LL51 LAR find?
LL51 LAR failed its latest MOT on 14 Aug 2025 with 3 dangerous defects, 6 major defects, 1 minor defect and 11 advisories: nearside rear upper suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached inner; offside front inner tyre has ply or cords exposed; parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value, and 18 more.

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