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Land Rover Discovery

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

V56 GNBMOT history

V56 GNB is a green diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 28 Sept 1999. Its MOT expired on 24 Jan 2024 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 241,940 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jan 2024.

V56 GNB 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 24 Jan 2024
Mileage
241,940 mi
At MOT on 19 Jan 2024
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
7,317 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V56 GNB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
28 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
19 Jan 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

V56 GNB was last recorded at 241,940 miles on 19 Jan 2024, 2,141 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
239,799 miles · 12 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
2,141 miles
Average per year
7,317 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 241,940 miles
  • 2023 – 239,799 miles
  • 2022 – 238,517 miles
  • 2021 – 232,809 miles
  • 2019 – 226,162 miles
  • 2018 – 216,527 miles
  • 2017 – 203,920 miles
  • 2016 – 194,933 miles
  • 2015 – 189,707 miles
  • 2014 – 184,209 miles
  • 2013 – 172,039 miles
  • 2012 – 158,174 miles
  • 2011 – 152,456 miles
  • 2009 – 141,272 miles
  • 2008 – 134,019 miles
  • 2007 – 118,621 miles
  • 2006 – 110,479 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail241,940 miles
  • MajorBrake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively not touching (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded main (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNumberplate lights dim

What MOT failures 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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Coil spring corroded both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

27 tests since 31 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail241,940 miles (+2,141)6 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    241,940 miles
    Test number
    534844070364
    • MajorBrake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively not touching (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded main (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNumberplate lights dim

  2. Pass239,799 miles (+1,282)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    239,799 miles
    Test number
    294980408510
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass238,517 miles (+5,708)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    238,517 miles
    Test number
    924658414492
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass232,809 miles (+37)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    232,809 miles
    Test number
    819203297324
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Fail232,772 miles (+6,610)4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    232,772 miles
    Test number
    733665496441
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass226,162 miles (+6)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    226,162 miles
    Test number
    198649662687
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail226,156 miles (+9,629)1 dangerous4 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    226,156 miles
    Test number
    244452578744
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass216,527 miles (+8,280)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    216,527 miles
    Test number
    324640763494
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all front and rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail208,247 miles (+4,327)1 dangerous8 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    208,247 miles
    Test number
    254948150976
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all front and rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass203,920 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    203,920 miles
    Test number
    804403572537
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Fail203,920 miles (+8,987)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    203,920 miles
    Test number
    356636130973
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass194,933 miles (+5,226)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    194,933 miles
    Test number
    581195469503

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass189,707 miles (+5,498)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    189,707 miles
    Test number
    737244385131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass184,209 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    184,209 miles
    Test number
    309737574199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail184,209 miles (+12,170)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,209 miles
    Test number
    786847974125
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass172,039 miles (+13,865)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    172,039 miles
    Test number
    249394353190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass158,174 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2013
    Odometer
    158,174 miles
    Test number
    219989532147
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • NoteBrakes;; rear pads low
    • NoteFront number plate slightly damaged

  18. Fail158,174 miles (+5,718)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,174 miles
    Test number
    656458732156
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • NoteBrakes;; rear pads low
    • NoteFront number plate slightly damaged

  19. Pass152,456 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2012
    Odometer
    152,456 miles
    Test number
    929848731100
    • NoteBoth rear disc's worn
    • NoteFront number plate cracked

  20. Fail152,456 miles (+11,184)4 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,456 miles
    Test number
    195687831134
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteBoth rear disc's worn
    • NoteFront number plate cracked

  21. Fail141,272 miles4 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,272 miles
    Test number
    252320239327
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  22. Pass141,272 miles (+7,253)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    141,272 miles
    Test number
    832310039355
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  23. Pass134,019 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    134,019 miles
    Test number
    614121688227
    • 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)

  24. Fail134,019 miles (+15,398)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,019 miles
    Test number
    540491088296
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • 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)

  25. Pass118,621 miles (+8,142)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    118,621 miles
    Test number
    823831307106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass110,479 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    110,479 miles
    Test number
    600291236045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail110,479 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,479 miles
    Test number
    670491236008
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Questions about V56 GNB

Does V56 GNB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V56 GNB expired on 24 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V56 GNB?
The MOT on V56 GNB expired on 24 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V56 GNB done?
V56 GNB was recorded at 241,940 miles at its MOT on 19 Jan 2024, an average of 7,317 miles a year.
Has V56 GNB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V56 GNB has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on V56 GNB 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 V56 GNB find?
V56 GNB failed its latest MOT on 19 Jan 2024 with 6 major defects and 9 advisories: brake fluid contaminated; nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; nearside front upper suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt, and 12 more.

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