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Land Rover Discovery

Green · Diesel · 2002 · 2,495 cc

LS02 DFSMOT history

LS02 DFS is a green diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 4 Apr 2002. Its MOT is valid until 8 Sept 2027 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 176,074 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Sept 2026.

LS02 DFS green 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 8 Sept 2027
Mileage
176,074 mi
At MOT on 9 Sept 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,240 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS02 DFS
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
4 Apr 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS02 DFS was last recorded at 176,074 miles on 9 Sept 2026, 10,368 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
165,706 miles · 11 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
10,368 miles
Average per year
3,240 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 176,074 miles
  • 2025 – 165,706 miles
  • 2024 – 164,293 miles
  • 2023 – 162,899 miles
  • 2022 – 160,966 miles
  • 2021 – 157,150 miles
  • 2020 – 151,552 miles
  • 2019 – 145,461 miles
  • 2018 – 143,715 miles
  • 2017 – 142,069 miles
  • 2016 – 140,900 miles
  • 2015 – 138,870 miles
  • 2014 – 137,361 miles
  • 2013 – 133,969 miles
  • 2012 – 131,653 miles
  • 2011 – 129,477 miles
  • 2010 – 126,177 miles
  • 2009 – 122,203 miles
  • 2008 – 117,435 miles
  • 2007 – 112,803 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass176,074 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Surface corrosion (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Surface corrosion (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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 Wheel bearing slightly noisy

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Central Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Evidence of Transmission Oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Rear Exhaust Shortened But Secure

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Steering box has seepage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass176,074 miles (+10,368)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    176,074 miles
    Test number
    785971336029
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Surface corrosion (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Surface corrosion (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  2. Pass165,706 miles (+7)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    165,706 miles
    Test number
    920490027975
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Evidence of Transmission Oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Rear Exhaust Shortened But Secure
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  3. Fail165,699 miles (+1,406)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,699 miles
    Test number
    813188371846
    • MajorFront Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play BOTH Front Steering Link Arm Ball Joints (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim unable to be tested N/S/F Not Working (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Evidence of Transmission Oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Pads Worn Very Low - Close To MOT Fail Limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Rear Exhaust Shortened But Secure
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  4. Pass164,293 miles (+1,394)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    164,293 miles
    Test number
    811191799680
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass162,899 miles (+1,933)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    162,899 miles
    Test number
    546763749133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass160,966 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    160,966 miles
    Test number
    122961830349
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail160,966 miles (+22)2 repaired2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,966 miles
    Test number
    254956424258
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail160,944 miles (+3,794)4 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,944 miles
    Test number
    782751543266
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass157,150 miles (+5,598)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    157,150 miles
    Test number
    539721289990
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated lower swivel joint ball joint dust cover starting to split (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both front discs worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both rear discs worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  10. Pass151,552 miles (+100)3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    151,552 miles
    Test number
    249803973063
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Boot also slightly deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive From engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail151,452 miles (+5,991)2 major3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,452 miles
    Test number
    202277015437
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt NSF track rod end (front arm marked with chalk) (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play OSF rear arm track rod end (marked with chalk) (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Boot also slightly deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive From engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass145,461 miles (+167)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    145,461 miles
    Test number
    305921677194
    • MinorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension pipe damaged but not to excess corroded (5.3.5 (b) (i))

  13. Fail145,294 miles (+1,579)1 dangerous1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,294 miles
    Test number
    454706588692
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure multiple tears [255/55/18 109H] (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension pipe damaged but not to excess corroded (5.3.5 (b) (i))

  14. Pass143,715 miles (+1,646)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    143,715 miles
    Test number
    578382323241
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  15. Pass142,069 miles (+1,169)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    142,069 miles
    Test number
    170767843612

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass140,900 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    140,900 miles
    Test number
    916660351184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail140,882 miles (+2,012)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,882 miles
    Test number
    262566149306
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  18. Pass138,870 miles (+1,509)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    138,870 miles
    Test number
    677441565106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass137,361 miles (+3,392)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    137,361 miles
    Test number
    558254134182
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  20. Pass133,969 miles (+2,316)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    133,969 miles
    Test number
    167398623148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass131,653 miles (+2,176)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    131,653 miles
    Test number
    629335142155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass129,477 miles (+3,300)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    129,477 miles
    Test number
    918766231140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass126,177 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    126,177 miles
    Test number
    132716840127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail126,176 miles (+3,973)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,176 miles
    Test number
    892839430174
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

  25. Pass122,203 miles (+4,768)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    122,203 miles
    Test number
    862965959193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass117,435 miles (+4,632)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    117,435 miles
    Test number
    712190068075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass112,803 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    112,803 miles
    Test number
    663321267071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail112,803 miles1 failure2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,803 miles
    Test number
    802299657031
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Questions about LS02 DFS

Does LS02 DFS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS02 DFS is valid until 8 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS02 DFS?
The MOT on LS02 DFS is valid until 8 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS02 DFS done?
LS02 DFS was recorded at 176,074 miles at its MOT on 9 Sept 2026, an average of 3,240 miles a year.
Has LS02 DFS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS02 DFS has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on LS02 DFS 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 LS02 DFS find?
LS02 DFS passed its latest MOT on 9 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside rear vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security surface corrosion; offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 1 more.

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