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Land Rover Discovery

Green · Diesel · 2004 · 2,495 cc

N5 LSSMOT history

N5 LSS is a green diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 1 Mar 2004. Its MOT is valid until 6 Aug 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 140,816 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jul 2026.

N5 LSS 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 6 Aug 2027
Mileage
140,816 mi
At MOT on 9 Jul 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,548 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
N5 LSS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
1 Mar 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

N5 LSS was last recorded at 140,816 miles on 9 Jul 2026, 1,268 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
139,548 miles · 15 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
1,268 miles
Average per year
5,548 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 140,816 miles
  • 2025 – 139,548 miles
  • 2024 – 137,681 miles
  • 2023 – 134,837 miles
  • 2022 – 131,555 miles
  • 2021 – 126,406 miles
  • 2020 – 122,987 miles
  • 2019 – 118,467 miles
  • 2018 – 111,443 miles
  • 2017 – 106,504 miles
  • 2016 – 101,691 miles
  • 2015 – 97,461 miles
  • 2014 – 92,475 miles
  • 2013 – 83,197 miles
  • 2012 – 74,754 miles
  • 2011 – 66,231 miles
  • 2010 – 57,930 miles
  • 2009 – 51,711 miles
  • 2008 – 44,077 miles
  • 2007 – 35,818 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass140,816 miles
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Some areas of the chassis (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 Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Offside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced arch

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Outer Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Offside Outer Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

29 tests since 6 Aug 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass140,816 miles (+1,268)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    140,816 miles
    Test number
    515707868814
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Some areas of the chassis (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  2. Pass139,548 miles4 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    139,548 miles
    Test number
    962408873511
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Most areas of the chassis have light corrosion (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  3. Fail139,548 miles (+1,867)1 repaired4 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,548 miles
    Test number
    196004248633
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Most areas of the chassis have light corrosion (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  4. Pass137,681 miles (+2,844)3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    137,681 miles
    Test number
    361164957053
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti roll bar dampers leaking
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wheel box (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper corroded but not seriously weakened (1.1.16 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm, front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper corroded but not seriously weakened (1.1.16 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm, front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Requires attention (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass134,837 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    134,837 miles
    Test number
    194789415165
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension ace bars slight leaking

  6. Fail134,837 miles (+3,282)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,837 miles
    Test number
    641378505070
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension ace bars slight leaking

  7. Pass131,555 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    131,555 miles
    Test number
    816904620868
    • AdvisoryFront Hydraulic leak, but not excessive ACE damper (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  8. Fail131,555 miles (+5,149)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,555 miles
    Test number
    252660350250
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Hydraulic leak, but not excessive ACE damper (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  9. Pass126,406 miles (+3,419)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    126,406 miles
    Test number
    571768934073
    • AdvisoryVarious oil leaks, but not excessive

  10. Pass122,987 miles (+4,520)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    122,987 miles
    Test number
    450609929158
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to underside, large areas undersealed
    • AdvisorySlight leakage offside front drive shaft seal

  11. Pass118,467 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    118,467 miles
    Test number
    556970351043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail118,467 miles (+7,024)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,467 miles
    Test number
    446952411277
    • DangerousFuel tank leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii))

  13. Pass111,443 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    111,443 miles
    Test number
    519942835192
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  14. Fail111,442 miles (+4,938)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,442 miles
    Test number
    804723219545
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded and functionality of the braking system is affected arch (1.1.21 (e) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  15. Pass106,504 miles (+4,813)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    106,504 miles
    Test number
    393911915142
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing thin
    • AdvisoryFront support bar corroded

  16. Pass101,691 miles (+4,230)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    101,691 miles
    Test number
    513400351767
    • AdvisoryFront Lower cross valance support bar corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear axle bump stops missing
    • AdvisoryChassis corroded

  17. Fail97,461 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,461 miles
    Test number
    137456205205
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass97,461 miles (+4,986)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    97,461 miles
    Test number
    679566705225
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass92,475 miles (+9,278)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    92,475 miles
    Test number
    765607414239
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  20. Pass83,197 miles (+71)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    83,197 miles
    Test number
    137011803255
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  21. Fail83,126 miles (+8,372)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,126 miles
    Test number
    258818193470
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Outer Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  22. Pass74,754 miles (+8,523)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    74,754 miles
    Test number
    927538892184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass66,231 miles (+8,301)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    66,231 miles
    Test number
    259666101280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass57,930 miles (+6,219)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    57,930 miles
    Test number
    474017400247
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass51,711 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    51,711 miles
    Test number
    514648509299
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NotePower steering pump damp possible leak

  26. Fail51,711 miles (+7,634)2 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,711 miles
    Test number
    553518609233
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • Repaired at testStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NotePower steering pump damp possible leak

  27. Pass44,077 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    44,077 miles
    Test number
    100350128237
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Fail44,077 miles (+8,259)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,077 miles
    Test number
    930320528260
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Pass35,818 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    35,818 miles
    Test number
    844968417216
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about N5 LSS

Does N5 LSS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on N5 LSS is valid until 6 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on N5 LSS?
The MOT on N5 LSS is valid until 6 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has N5 LSS done?
N5 LSS was recorded at 140,816 miles at its MOT on 9 Jul 2026, an average of 5,548 miles a year.
Has N5 LSS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. N5 LSS has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on N5 LSS 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 N5 LSS find?
N5 LSS passed its latest MOT on 9 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 2 more.

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