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Land Rover Discovery

Green · Diesel · 1997 · 2,495 cc

P283 LEVMOT history

P283 LEV is a green diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 17 Jan 1997. Its MOT expired on 3 Jan 2023 and it has passed 9 of 14 MOT tests, with 151,076 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Jan 2022.

P283 LEV green 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 3 Jan 2023
Mileage
151,076 mi
At MOT on 4 Jan 2022
MOT tests
14
9 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,240 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P283 LEV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
17 Jan 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
4 Jan 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

P283 LEV was last recorded at 151,076 miles on 4 Jan 2022, 167 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
150,909 miles · 19 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
167 miles
Average per year
8,240 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 151,076 miles
  • 2021 – 150,909 miles
  • 2020 – 141,204 miles
  • 2019 – 133,097 miles
  • 2018 – 125,852 miles
  • 2016 – 105,365 miles
  • 2015 – 99,046 miles
  • 2014 – 91,117 miles
  • 2013 – 82,404 miles
  • 2012 – 71,328 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass151,076 miles
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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.

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both rear outer door sills

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both rear upper and lower bushs

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

14 tests since 1 May 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass151,076 miles (+167)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    151,076 miles
    Test number
    964974534720
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  2. Fail150,909 miles (+9,705)1 dangerous5 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,909 miles
    Test number
    965198225489
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorCentral Front Inner Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass141,204 miles (+8,107)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    141,204 miles
    Test number
    476068944363
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both rear (5.3.2 (c))

  4. Pass133,097 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    133,097 miles
    Test number
    960045037642
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

  5. Fail133,097 miles (+7,245)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,097 miles
    Test number
    807871263408
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

  6. Pass125,852 miles (+16)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    125,852 miles
    Test number
    208475512440
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both rear outer door sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both rear upper and lower bushs (5.3.2 (c))

  7. Fail125,836 miles (+20,471)1 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,836 miles
    Test number
    488736677684
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both rear outer door sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both rear upper and lower bushs (5.3.2 (c))

  8. Pass105,365 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2017
    Odometer
    105,365 miles
    Test number
    279705301279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail105,359 miles (+6,313)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,359 miles
    Test number
    338955113480
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

  10. Pass99,046 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    99,046 miles
    Test number
    436529415177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail99,045 miles (+7,928)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,045 miles
    Test number
    577019015139
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

  12. Pass91,117 miles (+8,713)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    91,117 miles
    Test number
    565992294034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass82,404 miles (+11,076)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    82,404 miles
    Test number
    597367803185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass71,328 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    71,328 miles
    Test number
    908382022161
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted
    • NoteAll four track rod end gaiters are in poor condition

Questions about P283 LEV

Does P283 LEV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P283 LEV expired on 3 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P283 LEV?
The MOT on P283 LEV expired on 3 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P283 LEV done?
P283 LEV was recorded at 151,076 miles at its MOT on 4 Jan 2022, an average of 8,240 miles a year.
Has P283 LEV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P283 LEV has failed 5 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on P283 LEV 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 P283 LEV find?
P283 LEV passed its latest MOT on 4 Jan 2022 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; nearside rear shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush; offside rear shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush.

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