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Land Rover Discovery

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 2,720 cc

LR55 VJNMOT history

LR55 VJN is a black diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 9 Dec 2005. Its MOT expired on 1 Mar 2025 and it has passed 17 of 20 MOT tests, with 144,939 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Feb 2024.

LR55 VJN black 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 1 Mar 2025
Mileage
144,939 mi
At MOT on 26 Feb 2024
MOT tests
20
17 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,409 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 VJN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,720 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
9 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Mar 2025
Latest MOT test
26 Feb 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR55 VJN was last recorded at 144,939 miles on 26 Feb 2024, 6,012 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
138,927 miles · 1 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
6,012 miles
Average per year
7,409 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 144,939 miles
  • 2023 – 138,927 miles
  • 2022 – 136,861 miles
  • 2021 – 132,298 miles
  • 2020 – 125,598 miles
  • 2019 – 117,468 miles
  • 2018 – 111,233 miles
  • 2017 – 103,349 miles
  • 2016 – 95,400 miles
  • 2015 – 84,703 miles
  • 2014 – 70,777 miles
  • 2013 – 61,643 miles
  • 2012 – 53,478 miles
  • 2011 – 46,228 miles
  • 2010 – 37,080 miles
  • 2009 – 36,395 miles
  • 2008 – 31,544 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass144,939 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2012

Full MOT history

20 tests since 6 Nov 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass144,939 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    144,939 miles
    Test number
    781857713917
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail144,939 miles (+6,012)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,939 miles
    Test number
    802669479151
    • DangerousNearside Body component likely to become detached side step (6.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Prop shaft bearing excessively worn (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Body component corroded and likely to cause injury side step (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass138,927 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    138,927 miles
    Test number
    448352876333
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under-trays are fitted which may obscure some components
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryReversing lamps not working
    • AdvisoryRow 3 seats not in use - seat belts not tested fully

  4. Fail138,927 miles (+2,066)1 repaired1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,927 miles
    Test number
    457419343424
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under-trays are fitted which may obscure some components
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryReversing lamps not working
    • AdvisoryRow 3 seats not in use - seat belts not tested fully

  5. Pass136,861 miles (+19)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    136,861 miles
    Test number
    617055783882
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryProp shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated centre bearing strong advise (6.1.7 (d) (i))

  6. Fail136,842 miles (+4,544)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,842 miles
    Test number
    890892426413
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn inner bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn inner bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass132,298 miles (+6,700)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    132,298 miles
    Test number
    900712059791
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass125,598 miles (+8,130)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    125,598 miles
    Test number
    184858308971

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass117,468 miles (+6,235)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    117,468 miles
    Test number
    832799225137
    • AdvisoryN/s inner cv gaitor leaking grease

  10. Pass111,233 miles (+7,884)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    111,233 miles
    Test number
    840784263114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass103,349 miles (+7,949)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    103,349 miles
    Test number
    762220086906

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass95,400 miles (+10,697)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    95,400 miles
    Test number
    512621758377
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  13. Pass84,703 miles (+13,926)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    84,703 miles
    Test number
    685182755090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass70,777 miles (+9,134)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    70,777 miles
    Test number
    776582744073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass61,643 miles (+8,165)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    61,643 miles
    Test number
    155148813022
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  16. Pass53,478 miles (+7,250)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    53,478 miles
    Test number
    275988012026
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass46,228 miles (+9,148)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    46,228 miles
    Test number
    195499611096
    • AdvisoryNearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  18. Pass37,080 miles (+685)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    37,080 miles
    Test number
    743368840083
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  19. Pass36,395 miles (+4,851)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    36,395 miles
    Test number
    213919509300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass31,544 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    31,544 miles
    Test number
    101591018303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR55 VJN

Does LR55 VJN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR55 VJN expired on 1 Mar 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR55 VJN?
The MOT on LR55 VJN expired on 1 Mar 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR55 VJN done?
LR55 VJN was recorded at 144,939 miles at its MOT on 26 Feb 2024, an average of 7,409 miles a year.
Has LR55 VJN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 VJN has failed 3 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on LR55 VJN 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 LR55 VJN find?
LR55 VJN passed its latest MOT on 26 Feb 2024 with 2 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear; offside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play.

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