
Land Rover Discovery
Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 2,720 cc
LR51 PAPMOT history
LR51 PAP is a blue diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 1 Sept 2005. Its MOT is valid until 19 Oct 2027 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 306,689 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Oct 2026.

- MOT
- Valid
- Until 19 Oct 2027
- Mileage
- 306,689 mi
- At MOT on 20 Oct 2026
- MOT tests
- 25
- 19 passed · 6 failed
- Per year
- 14,053 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- LR51 PAP
- Registration format
- Current format (from 2001)
- Make
- Land Rover
- Model
- Discovery
- Colour
- Blue
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 2,720 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2005
- First used
- 1 Sept 2005
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 19 Oct 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 20 Oct 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
LR51 PAP was last recorded at 306,689 miles on 20 Oct 2026, 67 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Sept 2026.
- Previous MOT
- 306,622 miles · 23 Sept 2026
- Between the last two tests
- 67 miles
- Average per year
- 14,053 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 306,689 miles
- 2025 – 301,621 miles
- 2024 – 295,024 miles
- 2023 – 291,856 miles
- 2022 – 287,680 miles
- 2021 – 278,008 miles
- 2020 – 272,838 miles
- 2019 – 257,456 miles
- 2018 – 235,457 miles
- 2017 – 216,756 miles
- 2016 – 198,295 miles
- 2015 – 181,188 miles
- 2014 – 163,429 miles
- 2013 – 146,712 miles
- 2012 – 128,670 miles
- 2011 – 110,660 miles
- 2010 – 91,168 miles
- 2009 – 71,744 miles
- 2008 – 51,103 miles
What the latest MOT found
- AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryRear suspension corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
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.
Rear sills and sill backs
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened
Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022
Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened
Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022
Brake pipde coated in grease
Advisory2 MOTs, 2016
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2016
Full MOT history
25 tests since 12 Aug 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass306,689 miles (+67)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 19 Oct 2027
- Odometer
- 306,689 miles
- Test number
- 225277114555
- AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
- AdvisoryRear suspension corroded
Fail306,622 miles (+5,001)5 major4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 306,622 miles
- Test number
- 164360874951
- MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorSeat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced both sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
- AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryRear suspension corroded
Pass301,621 miles (+32)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 12 Sept 2026
- Odometer
- 301,621 miles
- Test number
- 380171878304
- AdvisoryRear sills and sill backs
Fail301,589 miles (+6,565)2 major1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 301,589 miles
- Test number
- 399123064449
- MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassie (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorRear Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear sills and sill backs
Pass295,024 miles (+3,168)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 12 Sept 2025
- Odometer
- 295,024 miles
- Test number
- 940102127451
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryBoth sills corroded
Pass291,856 miles (+4,176)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 12 Sept 2024
- Odometer
- 291,856 miles
- Test number
- 228687638130
- AdvisoryOffside Rear sill
Pass287,680 miles (+9,672)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 6 Sept 2023
- Odometer
- 287,680 miles
- Test number
- 579730141492
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))
Pass278,008 miles (+5,170)
- MOT expiry
- 6 Sept 2022
- Odometer
- 278,008 miles
- Test number
- 386393285287
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass272,838 miles (+15,382)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 6 Sept 2021
- Odometer
- 272,838 miles
- Test number
- 435907593768
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All lower bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All lower bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Pass257,456 miles
- MOT expiry
- 6 Sept 2020
- Odometer
- 257,456 miles
- Test number
- 343706141254
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail257,456 miles (+21,999)1 dangerous1 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 257,456 miles
- Test number
- 324519095512
- DangerousFluid leaking continuously posing a serious risk to road safety Engine coolant (8.4.1 (a) (ii))
- Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
Pass235,457 miles (+18,701)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 6 Sept 2019
- Odometer
- 235,457 miles
- Test number
- 633178467094
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Pass216,756 miles (+18,461)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 6 Sept 2018
- Odometer
- 216,756 miles
- Test number
- 267469539001
- 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 rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Pass198,295 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 6 Sept 2017
- Odometer
- 198,295 miles
- Test number
- 459730732622
- AdvisoryBrake pipde coated in grease
Fail198,295 miles (+17,107)1 failure6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 198,295 miles
- Test number
- 734861277993
- FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryBrake pipde coated in grease
- AdvisoryPlay in both rear lower rosejoints
Pass181,188 miles (+17,759)
- MOT expiry
- 1 Sept 2016
- Odometer
- 181,188 miles
- Test number
- 204959112629
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass163,429 miles (+16,717)
- MOT expiry
- 1 Sept 2015
- Odometer
- 163,429 miles
- Test number
- 785128634279
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass146,712 miles (+18,042)
- MOT expiry
- 1 Sept 2014
- Odometer
- 146,712 miles
- Test number
- 315473743254
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass128,670 miles
- MOT expiry
- 1 Sept 2013
- Odometer
- 128,670 miles
- Test number
- 609312942266
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail128,667 miles (+18,007)2 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 128,667 miles
- Test number
- 955272742281
- FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
- FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
Pass110,660 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 1 Sept 2012
- Odometer
- 110,660 miles
- Test number
- 248504021217
- AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Fail110,660 miles (+19,492)1 repaired1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 110,660 miles
- Test number
- 369454521418
- Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Pass91,168 miles (+19,424)
- MOT expiry
- 1 Sept 2011
- Odometer
- 91,168 miles
- Test number
- 880875010254
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass71,744 miles (+20,641)
- MOT expiry
- 1 Sept 2010
- Odometer
- 71,744 miles
- Test number
- 932367119216
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass51,103 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 1 Sept 2009
- Odometer
- 51,103 miles
- Test number
- 603135728245
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Questions about LR51 PAP
- Does LR51 PAP currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR51 PAP is valid until 19 Oct 2027.
- When is the MOT due on LR51 PAP?
- The MOT on LR51 PAP is valid until 19 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has LR51 PAP done?
- LR51 PAP was recorded at 306,689 miles at its MOT on 20 Oct 2026, an average of 14,053 miles a year.
- Has LR51 PAP ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. LR51 PAP has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Sept 2026.
- Has the mileage on LR51 PAP 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 LR51 PAP find?
- LR51 PAP passed its latest MOT on 20 Oct 2026 with 2 advisories: exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users; rear suspension corroded.
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