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Land Rover Discovery

Red · Diesel · 2004 · 2,495 cc

LR54 ELSMOT history

LR54 ELS is a red diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 1 Sept 2004. Its MOT is valid until 1 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 121,691 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Mar 2026.

LR54 ELS red 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 1 Apr 2027
Mileage
121,691 mi
At MOT on 13 Mar 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,907 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR54 ELS
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
1 Sept 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR54 ELS was last recorded at 121,691 miles on 13 Mar 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,691 miles · 12 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,907 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 121,691 miles
  • 2025 – 112,025 miles
  • 2024 – 102,990 miles
  • 2023 – 102,326 miles
  • 2022 – 100,252 miles
  • 2021 – 96,630 miles
  • 2020 – 93,987 miles
  • 2019 – 90,901 miles
  • 2018 – 88,089 miles
  • 2017 – 85,866 miles
  • 2016 – 82,473 miles
  • 2015 – 78,416 miles
  • 2014 – 74,049 miles
  • 2013 – 69,418 miles
  • 2012 – 65,112 miles
  • 2011 – 59,521 miles
  • 2010 – 53,778 miles
  • 2009 – 47,894 miles
  • 2008 – 41,903 miles
  • 2007 – 30,720 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,691 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front corrosion inner wing near bulkhead

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Corrosion to underside covered in underseal

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass121,691 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    121,691 miles
    Test number
    101372065478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail121,691 miles (+9,666)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,691 miles
    Test number
    205353683962
    • MajorNearside 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))
  3. Pass112,025 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    112,025 miles
    Test number
    554653300517
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front corrosion inner wing near bulkhead
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside covered in underseal
  4. Fail112,024 miles (+9,034)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,024 miles
    Test number
    826173385032
    • MajorOffside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front corrosion inner wing near bulkhead
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside covered in underseal
  5. Pass102,990 miles (+664)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    102,990 miles
    Test number
    565113240645

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass102,326 miles (+2,074)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    102,326 miles
    Test number
    564964525374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass100,252 miles (+3,622)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    100,252 miles
    Test number
    679054165209
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  8. Pass96,630 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    96,630 miles
    Test number
    878273344279
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing between treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing between treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  9. Fail96,629 miles (+2,642)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,629 miles
    Test number
    329401792395
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing between treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing between treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  10. Pass93,987 miles (+3,086)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    93,987 miles
    Test number
    408446191276
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  11. Pass90,901 miles (+2,812)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    90,901 miles
    Test number
    520265458359

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass88,089 miles (+2,223)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    88,089 miles
    Test number
    930501907662

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass85,866 miles (+3,393)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    85,866 miles
    Test number
    444864431363
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front windscreen cracked
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
  14. Pass82,473 miles (+4,057)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    82,473 miles
    Test number
    673579000856

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass78,416 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    78,416 miles
    Test number
    341907006156
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryFront wipers perishing
  16. Fail78,416 miles (+4,367)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,416 miles
    Test number
    289841992905
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryFront wipers perishing
  17. Pass74,049 miles (+4,631)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    74,049 miles
    Test number
    159627944267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass69,418 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    69,418 miles
    Test number
    306782843443
    • NoteAdvise n/s/f wiper split but clearing screen
    • NoteAdvise o/s/f wiper split but clearing screen
  19. Fail69,418 miles (+4,306)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,418 miles
    Test number
    857201543281
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • NoteAdvise n/s/f wiper split but clearing screen
    • NoteAdvise n/s/r bump stop missing
    • NoteAdvise o/s/f wiper split but clearing screen
  20. Pass65,112 miles (+5,591)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    65,112 miles
    Test number
    889229442262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass59,521 miles (+5,743)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    59,521 miles
    Test number
    348806251265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass53,778 miles (+5,884)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    53,778 miles
    Test number
    643514240241
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  23. Pass47,894 miles (+5,991)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    47,894 miles
    Test number
    373658139416
    • AdvisoryCentre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteLeak rear of engine (fuel) ?
  24. Pass41,903 miles (+11,183)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    41,903 miles
    Test number
    694613358241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass30,720 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    30,720 miles
    Test number
    402330347204
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LR54 ELS

Does LR54 ELS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR54 ELS is valid until 1 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR54 ELS?
The MOT on LR54 ELS is valid until 1 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR54 ELS done?
LR54 ELS was recorded at 121,691 miles at its MOT on 13 Mar 2026, an average of 4,907 miles a year.
Has LR54 ELS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR54 ELS has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LR54 ELS 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 LR54 ELS find?
LR54 ELS passed its latest MOT on 13 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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