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Land Rover Discovery

Blue · Diesel · 2002 · 2,495 cc

LX52 LMEMOT history

LX52 LME is a blue diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 29 Sept 2002. Its MOT expired on 31 Jul 2026 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 195,249 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Aug 2025.

LX52 LME blue 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 31 Jul 2026
Mileage
195,249 mi
At MOT on 1 Aug 2025
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,547 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX52 LME
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
29 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
1 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX52 LME was last recorded at 195,249 miles on 1 Aug 2025, 3,549 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jun 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
191,700 miles · 29 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
3,549 miles
Average per year
8,547 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 195,249 miles
  • 2024 – 191,700 miles
  • 2022 – 190,179 miles
  • 2021 – 187,595 miles
  • 2020 – 185,674 miles
  • 2019 – 181,083 miles
  • 2018 – 177,402 miles
  • 2017 – 173,041 miles
  • 2016 – 169,263 miles
  • 2015 – 164,609 miles
  • 2014 – 159,650 miles
  • 2013 – 155,457 miles
  • 2012 – 150,508 miles
  • 2011 – 146,353 miles
  • 2010 – 135,155 miles
  • 2009 – 112,880 miles
  • 2008 – 91,047 miles
  • 2007 – 61,882 miles
  • 2005 – 25,378 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass195,249 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2011

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2018

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

  • Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

Full MOT history

25 tests since 16 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass195,249 miles (+3,549)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    195,249 miles
    Test number
    566316300185
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass191,700 miles (+1,521)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    191,700 miles
    Test number
    469836071581
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChassis corroded both sides at rear

  3. Pass190,179 miles (+2,584)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    190,179 miles
    Test number
    616458430537
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront to rear chassis corroded
    • AdvisorySteering box slight seepage

  4. Pass187,595 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    187,595 miles
    Test number
    207895611698
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  5. Fail187,595 miles (+1,921)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,595 miles
    Test number
    788591090306
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  6. Pass185,674 miles (+4,591)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    185,674 miles
    Test number
    268700590429
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  7. Pass181,083 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    181,083 miles
    Test number
    237459943596

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail181,083 miles (+3,681)1 dangerous2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,083 miles
    Test number
    929410512647
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass177,402 miles (+4,361)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    177,402 miles
    Test number
    640655207111
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  10. Pass173,041 miles (+3,778)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    173,041 miles
    Test number
    148701357596
    • AdvisoryRear axle oil seals weeping

  11. Pass169,263 miles (+4,654)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    169,263 miles
    Test number
    967824931784
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  12. Pass164,609 miles (+4,959)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    164,609 miles
    Test number
    596621365030
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  13. Pass159,650 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    159,650 miles
    Test number
    165937354494
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail159,650 miles (+4,193)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,650 miles
    Test number
    327827754043
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass155,457 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    155,457 miles
    Test number
    317084443044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail155,457 miles (+4,949)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,457 miles
    Test number
    957214943046
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  17. Fail150,508 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,508 miles
    Test number
    196580942093
    • Repaired at testFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

  18. Pass150,508 miles (+4,155)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    150,508 miles
    Test number
    698450142069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass146,353 miles (+11,198)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    146,353 miles
    Test number
    886465051003
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteRear diff pinion seal leaking oil
    • NoteSevere engine and gearbox oil leaks

  20. Pass135,155 miles (+22,275)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    135,155 miles
    Test number
    274223180087
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine oil leaks

  21. Pass112,880 miles (+21,833)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    112,880 miles
    Test number
    793638869014
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  22. Pass91,047 miles (+56)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    91,047 miles
    Test number
    992027488034
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Fail90,991 miles (+29,109)3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,991 miles
    Test number
    914466388050
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak

  24. Pass61,882 miles (+36,504)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    61,882 miles
    Test number
    890120497053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass25,378 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    25,378 miles
    Test number
    940529455278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX52 LME

Does LX52 LME currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX52 LME expired on 31 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX52 LME?
The MOT on LX52 LME expired on 31 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX52 LME done?
LX52 LME was recorded at 195,249 miles at its MOT on 1 Aug 2025, an average of 8,547 miles a year.
Has LX52 LME ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX52 LME has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on LX52 LME 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 LX52 LME find?
LX52 LME passed its latest MOT on 1 Aug 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside rear vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; offside rear vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced.

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