Land Rover logo

Land Rover Discovery

Silver · Diesel · 2005 · 2,720 cc

S43 ELAMOT history

S43 ELA is a silver diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 20 Jan 2005. Its MOT is valid until 9 Mar 2027 and it has passed 19 of 31 MOT tests, with 230,202 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Mar 2026.

S43 ELA silver 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 9 Mar 2027
Mileage
230,202 mi
At MOT on 10 Mar 2026
MOT tests
31
19 passed · 12 failed
Per year
8,121 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for S43 ELA in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
S43 ELA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,720 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
20 Jan 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S43 ELA was last recorded at 230,202 miles on 10 Mar 2026, 252 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
229,950 miles · 24 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
252 miles
Average per year
8,121 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 230,202 miles
  • 2025 – 226,021 miles
  • 2023 – 214,294 miles
  • 2022 – 206,091 miles
  • 2021 – 195,568 miles
  • 2020 – 187,800 miles
  • 2019 – 180,523 miles
  • 2018 – 173,215 miles
  • 2017 – 165,215 miles
  • 2016 – 155,832 miles
  • 2015 – 145,712 miles
  • 2014 – 136,590 miles
  • 2013 – 127,201 miles
  • 2012 – 124,172 miles
  • 2011 – 115,741 miles
  • 2010 – 105,601 miles
  • 2009 – 96,392 miles
  • 2008 – 87,050 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass230,202 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Inner SILLS HOLED BOTH SIDES BUT SEPERATE CHASSIS AND NOT IN PRESCRIBED AREARecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive DIFF (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2016

  • Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge TREADS THIN

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement LSA BACK BUSHES BOTH SIDES

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

31 tests since 1 Feb 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass230,202 miles (+252)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    230,202 miles
    Test number
    107480456766
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner SILLS HOLED BOTH SIDES BUT SEPERATE CHASSIS AND NOT IN PRESCRIBED AREA
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive DIFF (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail229,950 miles (+3,929)2 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    229,950 miles
    Test number
    339263606640
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn BACK BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn BACK BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner SILLS HOLED BOTH SIDES BUT SEPERATE CHASSIS AND NOT IN PRESCRIBED AREA
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive DIFF (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass226,021 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    226,021 miles
    Test number
    366490634562
    • AdvisoryCentral PROP BEARING WORN
    • AdvisoryRear Inner SILLS BOTH CORRODED BUT NOT STRUCTURAL DUE TO CHASSIS
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  4. Fail226,018 miles (+11,724)1 dangerous1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    226,018 miles
    Test number
    378398992251
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral PROP BEARING WORN
    • AdvisoryRear Inner SILLS BOTH CORRODED BUT NOT STRUCTURAL DUE TO CHASSIS
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass214,294 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    214,294 miles
    Test number
    666307236913
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail214,294 miles (+8,203)2 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    214,294 miles
    Test number
    664314790947
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Stop lamp(s) not working ON WHEN TAPPED (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working ON WHEN TAPPED (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass206,091 miles (+562)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    206,091 miles
    Test number
    418118628845
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge TREADS THIN (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail205,529 miles (+9,961)1 dangerous1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,529 miles
    Test number
    437092056891
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed TO CORD (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn INNER BUSHES X 2 WITH EX PLAY (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge TREADS THIN (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass195,568 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    195,568 miles
    Test number
    439664432126
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement LSA BCK BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LEGAL LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail195,568 miles (+7,768)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,568 miles
    Test number
    510233114332
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working ON WHEN TAPPED (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement LSA BCK BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LEGAL LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass187,800 miles (+155)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    187,800 miles
    Test number
    405605513050
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement LSA BACK BUSHES BOTH SIDES (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Fail187,645 miles (+7,122)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,645 miles
    Test number
    826404648721
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Brake pipe leaking on an air braking system (1.1.11 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement LSA BACK BUSHES BOTH SIDES (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass180,523 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    180,523 miles
    Test number
    484712152396
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated SPITS GREASE (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin AND REAR (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Fail180,523 miles (+7,308)2 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,523 miles
    Test number
    251220677622
    • Repaired at testFront Position lamp not working X2 (4.2.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps X2 (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated SPITS GREASE (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin AND REAR (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass173,215 miles (+8,000)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    173,215 miles
    Test number
    631575838712

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass165,215 miles (+9,383)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    165,215 miles
    Test number
    188209796574
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass155,832 miles (+10,120)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    155,832 miles
    Test number
    543359142055
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Fail145,712 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,712 miles
    Test number
    389700235056
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  19. Pass145,712 miles (+9,122)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    145,712 miles
    Test number
    846790635019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass136,590 miles (+9,389)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    136,590 miles
    Test number
    175188524421
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  21. Pass127,201 miles (+3,029)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    127,201 miles
    Test number
    106596983030
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres slightly perished.

  22. Pass124,172 miles (+4)2 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    124,172 miles
    Test number
    415892442391
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteAuxiliary belt tensioner noisy
    • NoteOffside and nearside rear tyres cracking on tread

  23. Fail124,168 miles (+8,427)2 failures1 repaired2 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,168 miles
    Test number
    927501842316
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteAuxiliary belt tensioner noisy
    • NoteOffside and nearside rear tyres cracking on tread

  24. Pass115,741 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    115,741 miles
    Test number
    569026831314
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  25. Fail115,741 miles (+10,140)7 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,741 miles
    Test number
    926315931366
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Inner Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  26. Pass105,601 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    105,601 miles
    Test number
    234377880255
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  27. Fail105,601 miles (+9,209)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,601 miles
    Test number
    950645780204
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  28. Pass96,392 miles (+9,342)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    96,392 miles
    Test number
    904746189211
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  29. Pass87,050 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    87,050 miles
    Test number
    391110288429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail87,050 miles (+3,856)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,050 miles
    Test number
    891210888203
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  31. Pass83,194 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    83,194 miles
    Test number
    900532838028
    • NoteSteering pulls to left when driving

Questions about S43 ELA

Does S43 ELA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S43 ELA is valid until 9 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on S43 ELA?
The MOT on S43 ELA is valid until 9 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S43 ELA done?
S43 ELA was recorded at 230,202 miles at its MOT on 10 Mar 2026, an average of 8,121 miles a year.
Has S43 ELA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S43 ELA has failed 12 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on S43 ELA 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 S43 ELA find?
S43 ELA passed its latest MOT on 10 Mar 2026 with 5 advisories: offside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; oil leak, but not excessive; oil leak, but not excessive, and 2 more.

Related registrations

Browse all S43 registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.