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Land Rover Discovery

Silver · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

V54 FTAMOT history

V54 FTA is a silver diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 10 Sept 1999. Its MOT is valid until 21 Nov 2026 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 201,917 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Nov 2025.

V54 FTA 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 21 Nov 2026
Mileage
201,917 mi
At MOT on 1 Nov 2025
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
7,657 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V54 FTA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
10 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
1 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V54 FTA was last recorded at 201,917 miles on 1 Nov 2025, 5,318 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
196,599 miles · 22 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
5,318 miles
Average per year
7,657 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 201,917 miles
  • 2024 – 196,599 miles
  • 2023 – 188,103 miles
  • 2022 – 181,511 miles
  • 2020 – 181,193 miles
  • 2019 – 177,301 miles
  • 2018 – 169,271 miles
  • 2017 – 162,188 miles
  • 2016 – 154,694 miles
  • 2015 – 148,384 miles
  • 2014 – 141,861 miles
  • 2013 – 132,760 miles
  • 2012 – 123,199 miles
  • 2011 – 112,028 miles
  • 2010 – 106,893 miles
  • 2009 – 95,154 miles
  • 2008 – 83,962 miles
  • 2007 – 69,566 miles
  • 2006 – 55,293 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass201,917 miles
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryGeneral surface corrosion but not excessive
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Central slight corrosion to nearside/offside body mounts

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Oil leak, but not excessive engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Slight corrosion to chassis

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Headlamp aim too high

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

30 tests since 8 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass201,917 miles (+5,318)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    201,917 miles
    Test number
    173561982590
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral surface corrosion but not excessive
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass196,599 miles (+8,496)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    196,599 miles
    Test number
    217543888747
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear hub seal damp

  3. Pass188,103 miles (+6,592)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    188,103 miles
    Test number
    137419602755
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass181,511 miles (+318)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    181,511 miles
    Test number
    504409796523
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass181,193 miles (+30)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    181,193 miles
    Test number
    696789741728
    • AdvisoryCentral slight corrosion to nearside/offside body mounts
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to chassis

  6. Fail181,163 miles (+3,862)7 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,163 miles
    Test number
    825887120124
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength body mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral slight corrosion to nearside/offside body mounts
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to chassis

  7. Pass177,301 miles (+11)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    177,301 miles
    Test number
    222858096370
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail177,290 miles (+8,019)1 dangerous10 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,290 miles
    Test number
    659394974592
    • DangerousNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected shocker mounting (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass169,271 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    169,271 miles
    Test number
    326371395605

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail169,271 miles (+7,083)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,271 miles
    Test number
    620964592496
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  11. Pass162,188 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    162,188 miles
    Test number
    105839895011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail162,188 miles (+7,494)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,188 miles
    Test number
    957478737027
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass154,694 miles (+6,310)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    154,694 miles
    Test number
    756744315338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass148,384 miles (+85)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    148,384 miles
    Test number
    534262722414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail148,299 miles (+6,438)15 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,299 miles
    Test number
    593794928572
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc outer (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush lower bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings chassis (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner chassis (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  16. Pass141,861 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    141,861 miles
    Test number
    108812574200
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  17. Fail141,853 miles (+9,093)8 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,853 miles
    Test number
    567459364241
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass132,760 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    132,760 miles
    Test number
    865166963237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail132,756 miles (+9,557)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,756 miles
    Test number
    527963363240
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

  20. Pass123,199 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    123,199 miles
    Test number
    215276952294
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  21. Fail123,199 miles (+11,171)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,199 miles
    Test number
    295962752209
    • FailureFront Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has excessive play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  22. Pass112,028 miles (+2)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    112,028 miles
    Test number
    978642741291
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • NoteN/s and o/s/r chassis legs rusty

  23. Fail112,026 miles (+5,133)2 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,026 miles
    Test number
    986708431231
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • NoteN/s and o/s/r chassis legs rusty

  24. Pass106,893 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    106,893 miles
    Test number
    674114960206
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  25. Fail106,893 miles (+11,739)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,893 miles
    Test number
    941374060204
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  26. Pass95,154 miles (+11,192)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    95,154 miles
    Test number
    683937549266
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass83,962 miles (+14,396)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    83,962 miles
    Test number
    290876248202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass69,566 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    69,566 miles
    Test number
    504748447270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail69,566 miles (+14,273)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,566 miles
    Test number
    341518247485
    • 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)

  30. Pass55,293 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    55,293 miles
    Test number
    584830856225
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about V54 FTA

Does V54 FTA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V54 FTA is valid until 21 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on V54 FTA?
The MOT on V54 FTA is valid until 21 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V54 FTA done?
V54 FTA was recorded at 201,917 miles at its MOT on 1 Nov 2025, an average of 7,657 miles a year.
Has V54 FTA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V54 FTA has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Sept 2020.
Has the mileage on V54 FTA 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 V54 FTA find?
V54 FTA passed its latest MOT on 1 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; general surface corrosion but not excessive; nearside front suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch, and 4 more.

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