
Land Rover Discovery
Blue · Diesel · 1997 · 2,495 cc
P554 VBHMOT history
P554 VBH is a blue diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 4 Jul 1997. Its MOT expired on 5 Sept 2024 and it has passed 7 of 11 MOT tests, with 119,781 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Sept 2023.

- MOT
- Expired
- On 5 Sept 2024
- Mileage
- 119,781 mi
- At MOT on 6 Sept 2023
- MOT tests
- 11
- 7 passed · 4 failed
- Per year
- 2,989 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- P554 VBH
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Land Rover
- Model
- Discovery
- Colour
- Blue
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 2,495 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 1997
- First used
- 4 Jul 1997
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 5 Sept 2024
- Latest MOT test
- 6 Sept 2023 (Pass)
Mileage history
P554 VBH was last recorded at 119,781 miles on 6 Sept 2023, 30 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Aug 2023.
- Previous MOT
- 119,751 miles · 30 Aug 2023
- Between the last two tests
- 30 miles
- Average per year
- 2,989 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2023 – 119,781 miles
- 2022 – 114,842 miles
- 2021 – 104,663 miles
- 2020 – 89,522 miles
- 2019 – 71,253 miles
- 2006 – 69,202 miles
- 2005 – 66,541 miles
What the latest MOT found
- AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
- AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
- AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive from gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower inner arch corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
- AdvisoryOffside Front Upper wheel arch corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower inner arch corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
- AdvisoryUnderneath has corrosion in various places mostly around body mounts and other suspension components including outer sillsRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
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.
Central Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive engine
Advisory2 MOTs, 2022
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin
Advisory2 MOTs, 2022
Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security
Advisory2 MOTs, 2022
Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush
Advisory2 MOTs, 2022
Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security
Advisory2 MOTs, 2022
Windscreen chipped
Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021
Full MOT history
11 tests since 14 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass119,781 miles (+30)10 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 5 Sept 2024
- Odometer
- 119,781 miles
- Test number
- 211027630695
- AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive from gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower inner arch corroded
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Upper wheel arch corroded
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower inner arch corroded
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryUnderneath has corrosion in various places mostly around body mounts and other suspension components including outer sills
Fail119,751 miles (+4,909)3 dangerous1 major10 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 119,751 miles
- Test number
- 862712852007
- DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- DangerousNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
- DangerousOffside Front Power steering component insecure and steering adversely affected rear steering arm (2.1.5 (d) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive from gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower inner arch corroded
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Upper wheel arch corroded
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower inner arch corroded
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryUnderneath has corrosion in various places mostly around body mounts and other suspension components including outer sills
Pass114,842 miles5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 7 Jul 2023
- Odometer
- 114,842 miles
- Test number
- 740068939772
- AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
Fail114,842 miles (+10,179)4 major5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 114,842 miles
- Test number
- 666597480807
- MajorNearside Front Outer Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play draglink arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Lower Direction indicator lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))
- MajorNearside Rear Lower Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Upper Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play draglink arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
Pass104,663 miles (+15,141)6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 5 Jul 2022
- Odometer
- 104,663 miles
- Test number
- 160314784020
- AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rears (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive body sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both poor (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryFuel tank delivery hose deteriorated
- AdvisoryOil leaks
- AdvisoryWindscreen chipped
Pass89,522 miles (+18,269)1 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 5 Jul 2021
- Odometer
- 89,522 miles
- Test number
- 475951097522
- MinorRear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated A-bar (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
- AdvisoryWindscreen chipped
Pass71,253 miles (+2,051)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 16 Oct 2020
- Odometer
- 71,253 miles
- Test number
- 136539090624
- AdvisoryNearside Front corrosion on sill near body mounting
- AdvisoryBrake pedal travel slightly more than expected
Pass69,202 miles1 note
- MOT expiry
- 29 Nov 2007
- Odometer
- 69,202 miles
- Test number
- 954104736382
- NoteBonnet safety catch defective
Fail69,202 miles (+2,661)5 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 69,202 miles
- Test number
- 922134436321
- FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
- FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
- FailureOffside Lower Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
- FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Pass66,541 miles
- MOT expiry
- 16 Nov 2006
- Odometer
- 66,541 miles
- Test number
- 584211725357
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail66,541 miles3 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 66,541 miles
- Test number
- 893538415334
- FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
- FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
- FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
Questions about P554 VBH
- Does P554 VBH currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on P554 VBH expired on 5 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on P554 VBH?
- The MOT on P554 VBH expired on 5 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has P554 VBH done?
- P554 VBH was recorded at 119,781 miles at its MOT on 6 Sept 2023, an average of 2,989 miles a year.
- Has P554 VBH ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. P554 VBH has failed 4 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Aug 2023.
- Has the mileage on P554 VBH 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 P554 VBH find?
- P554 VBH passed its latest MOT on 6 Sept 2023 with 10 advisories: front coil spring corroded both sides; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 7 more.
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