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Land Rover Discovery

Blue · Diesel · 2007 · 2,720 cc

V6 BAUMOT history

V6 BAU is a blue diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 1 Sept 2007. Its MOT expired on 9 Sept 2024 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 142,147 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Aug 2023.

V6 BAU blue 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 9 Sept 2024
Mileage
142,147 mi
At MOT on 15 Aug 2023
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
9,238 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V6 BAU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,720 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
1 Sept 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
15 Aug 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

V6 BAU was last recorded at 142,147 miles on 15 Aug 2023, 5,906 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
136,241 miles · 2 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
5,906 miles
Average per year
9,238 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 142,147 miles
  • 2022 – 136,241 miles
  • 2021 – 127,965 miles
  • 2020 – 118,722 miles
  • 2019 – 109,830 miles
  • 2018 – 99,966 miles
  • 2017 – 89,767 miles
  • 2016 – 86,481 miles
  • 2015 – 50,703 miles
  • 2014 – 48,709 miles
  • 2013 – 43,289 miles
  • 2012 – 37,074 miles
  • 2011 – 29,432 miles
  • 2010 – 21,605 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,147 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive doorstep/outer sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2022

Full MOT history

22 tests since 28 Jul 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass142,147 miles (+5,906)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    142,147 miles
    Test number
    379884782596
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass136,241 miles (+59)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    136,241 miles
    Test number
    299288468949
    • AdvisoryCentral Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive doorstep/outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Fail136,182 miles (+8,217)2 major2 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,182 miles
    Test number
    198022099327
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive doorstep/outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass127,965 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    127,965 miles
    Test number
    303762795639
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) nearside and offside
    • AdvisoryCovers, under trays obscure some areas and components

  5. Fail127,965 miles (+9,243)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,965 miles
    Test number
    920078285254
    • Repaired at testBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) nearside and offside
    • AdvisoryCovers, under trays obscure some areas and components

  6. Pass118,722 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    118,722 miles
    Test number
    479780290653
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) nearside and offside
    • AdvisoryRear tyres ,some wear on inner edges of tread areas

  7. Fail118,722 miles (+8,892)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,722 miles
    Test number
    903514873002
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) nearside and offside
    • AdvisoryRear tyres ,some wear on inner edges of tread areas

  8. Pass109,830 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    109,830 miles
    Test number
    289496366968

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail109,826 miles (+9,860)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,826 miles
    Test number
    390851388573
    • MajorEmissions not tested EML ACTIVE (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass99,966 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    99,966 miles
    Test number
    994869867772
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement in hub carrier (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover under trays fitted obscure some components

  11. Fail99,966 miles (+10,199)1 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,966 miles
    Test number
    312006882150
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement in hub carrier (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover under trays fitted obscure some components

  12. Pass89,767 miles (+3,286)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    89,767 miles
    Test number
    758515096620
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted and under body protective coating obscuring some components

  13. Pass86,481 miles (+18,983)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    86,481 miles
    Test number
    608951623004
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  14. Pass67,498 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    67,498 miles
    Test number
    318375722220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail67,498 miles (+16,795)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,498 miles
    Test number
    258539563877
    • DangerousRear Tyre has ply or cords exposed both (4.1.D.1b)

  16. Pass50,703 miles (+1,994)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    50,703 miles
    Test number
    487333915087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass48,709 miles (+5,420)6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    48,709 miles
    Test number
    207490694180
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryTie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass43,289 miles (+6,215)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    43,289 miles
    Test number
    796916893136
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Fail37,074 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,074 miles
    Test number
    136558192103
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

  20. Pass37,074 miles (+7,642)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    37,074 miles
    Test number
    589458092192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass29,432 miles (+7,827)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    29,432 miles
    Test number
    587019891167
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Pass21,605 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    21,605 miles
    Test number
    590549600291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V6 BAU

Does V6 BAU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V6 BAU expired on 9 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V6 BAU?
The MOT on V6 BAU expired on 9 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V6 BAU done?
V6 BAU was recorded at 142,147 miles at its MOT on 15 Aug 2023, an average of 9,238 miles a year.
Has V6 BAU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V6 BAU has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on V6 BAU 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 V6 BAU find?
V6 BAU passed its latest MOT on 15 Aug 2023 with 11 advisories: nearside front brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule; nearside rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 8 more.

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