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Land Rover Discovery

Blue · Diesel · 2003 · 2,495 cc

V30 TDSMOT history

V30 TDS is a blue diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 8 Jan 2003. Its MOT is valid until 17 Feb 2027 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 162,470 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Feb 2026.

V30 TDS blue 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 17 Feb 2027
Mileage
162,470 mi
At MOT on 2 Feb 2026
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,117 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V30 TDS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
8 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V30 TDS was last recorded at 162,470 miles on 2 Feb 2026, 2,128 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
160,342 miles · 27 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
2,128 miles
Average per year
6,117 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 162,470 miles
  • 2025 – 160,342 miles
  • 2024 – 157,906 miles
  • 2023 – 147,581 miles
  • 2022 – 138,030 miles
  • 2021 – 137,897 miles
  • 2020 – 134,453 miles
  • 2014 – 128,305 miles
  • 2013 – 122,245 miles
  • 2012 – 114,479 miles
  • 2011 – 107,225 miles
  • 2010 – 93,185 miles
  • 2009 – 85,297 miles
  • 2007 – 70,889 miles
  • 2006 – 53,353 miles
  • 2005 – 39,033 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass162,470 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside INNER SILLS / OUTERSILLS COVERED WITH UNDERSEAL
  • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced CHASSIS HEAVILY COVERED WITH UNDERSEAL (6.1.1 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside OUTER / INNER SILLS COVERED WITH UNDERSEAL
  • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced CHASSIS COVERED WITH UNDERSEAL (6.1.1 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear SUSPENSION COVERED WITH UNDERSEAL

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 Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Rear fog lamp insecure

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2014

Full MOT history

23 tests since 29 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass162,470 miles (+2,128)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    162,470 miles
    Test number
    824156240761
    • AdvisoryNearside INNER SILLS / OUTERSILLS COVERED WITH UNDERSEAL
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced CHASSIS HEAVILY COVERED WITH UNDERSEAL (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside OUTER / INNER SILLS COVERED WITH UNDERSEAL
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced CHASSIS COVERED WITH UNDERSEAL (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear SUSPENSION COVERED WITH UNDERSEAL

  2. Pass160,342 miles (+2,436)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    160,342 miles
    Test number
    542737202855
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive hub seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass157,906 miles2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    157,906 miles
    Test number
    404245576287
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp insecure (4.5.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail157,906 miles (+10,325)1 repaired2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,906 miles
    Test number
    218614260181
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp insecure (4.5.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass147,581 miles (+9,551)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    147,581 miles
    Test number
    812251979134
    • MinorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp insecure (4.5.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass138,030 miles (+133)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    138,030 miles
    Test number
    437571192137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail137,897 miles (+3,444)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,897 miles
    Test number
    446617367273
    • MajorCentral Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Pass134,453 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    134,453 miles
    Test number
    791047779782

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail134,453 miles (+6,148)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,453 miles
    Test number
    126070979450
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass128,305 miles (+6,060)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    128,305 miles
    Test number
    596378914338
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  11. Pass122,245 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    122,245 miles
    Test number
    708333823322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail122,245 miles (+7,766)10 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,245 miles
    Test number
    467128313399
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureRear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

  13. Pass114,479 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    114,479 miles
    Test number
    697405432325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail114,479 miles (+7,254)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,479 miles
    Test number
    655824932374
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass107,225 miles (+113)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    107,225 miles
    Test number
    947781921336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail107,112 miles (+13,927)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,112 miles
    Test number
    346985911367
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • 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)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  17. Pass93,185 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    93,185 miles
    Test number
    210307060029
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail93,185 miles (+7,888)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,185 miles
    Test number
    941517160022
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass85,297 miles (+14,408)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    85,297 miles
    Test number
    441954219009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail70,889 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,889 miles
    Test number
    703012157336
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

  21. Pass70,889 miles (+17,536)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    70,889 miles
    Test number
    880832957361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass53,353 miles (+14,320)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    53,353 miles
    Test number
    421407116365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass39,033 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    39,033 miles
    Test number
    291693135335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V30 TDS

Does V30 TDS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V30 TDS is valid until 17 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on V30 TDS?
The MOT on V30 TDS is valid until 17 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V30 TDS done?
V30 TDS was recorded at 162,470 miles at its MOT on 2 Feb 2026, an average of 6,117 miles a year.
Has V30 TDS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V30 TDS has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on V30 TDS 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 V30 TDS find?
V30 TDS passed its latest MOT on 2 Feb 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside inner sills / outersills covered with underseal; nearside vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis heavily covered with underseal; offside outer / inner sills covered with underseal, and 2 more.

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