P53HWC - LAND ROVER DISCOVERY
MOT: Not validGB
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The Land Rover Discovery, often referred to simply as the Discovery, is a versatile and capable SUV renowned for its blend of luxury and off-road prowess. Manufactured by the British automaker Land Rover, a brand with a rich heritage dating back to 1948, the Discovery has become a symbol of adventure and refinement. Introduced in 1989, the model has evolved through multiple generations, each enhancing its technological and performance features. Notable for its spacious interior, advanced terrain response systems, and robust construction, the Discovery stands out as a practical choice for both family transport and off-road exploration. Its combination of durability, innovative features, and British engineering makes it a distinctive presence in the SUV market.
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MOT History
Vehicle testing history with 15 MOT tests
This 1996 Land Rover Discovery (registration P53HWC) features a green exterior and a 2495cc diesel engine. It has recorded a mileage of 180,880 miles. The vehicle's latest MOT test was conducted on 23 November 2015, and it is currently untaxed. The MOT is not valid, with several advisories including oil leak, power steering seepage, gearbox oil leak, and tyre wear near legal limits. Notable corrosion issues were identified on the chassis and bodywork, with some areas seriously affected, resulting in multiple fail notes. The vehicle exhibits minor wear and mechanical concerns, such as worn bushes and slight movement in suspension components. No CO2 emissions data is available.
Understanding MOT Defect Categories
Total Tests
15
Passed Tests
10
Failed Tests
5
Latest Test
Failed
Failed - 23 November 2015
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 180,880 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
- Major Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
- Major Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings middle (6.1.B.2)
- Major Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings middle (6.1.B.2)
- Major Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
- Major Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings middle (6.1.B.2)
- Major Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings middle (sill) (6.1.B.2)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory oil leak
- Advisory Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.3.3b)
- Advisory gearbox oil leak
- Advisory Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Advisory Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Advisory Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
- Advisory Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
- Advisory Offside Front Axle swivel joint has slight movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)
Passed - 26 November 2014
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 179,440 mi
Expires: 01 December 2015
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
- Advisory Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
- Advisory Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
- Advisory Offside Axle swivel joint has slight movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)
- Advisory Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
- Advisory Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
- Advisory Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
Failed - 25 November 2014
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 179,440 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
- Advisory Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
- Advisory Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
- Advisory Offside Axle swivel joint has slight movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)
- Advisory Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
- Advisory Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
- Advisory Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
Passed - 26 November 2013
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 178,059 mi
Expires: 01 December 2014
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
- Advisory Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- Advisory Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
- Advisory Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
- Advisory Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
Failed - 26 November 2013
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 178,059 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- Major Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
- Advisory Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- Advisory Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
- Advisory Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
- Advisory Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
Passed - 12 November 2012
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 175,220 mi
Expires: 01 December 2013
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- Advisory Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
- Advisory Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
Failed - 09 November 2012
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 175,203 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- Advisory Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
- Advisory Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
Passed - 08 November 2011
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 171,144 mi
Expires: 01 December 2012
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
- Advisory Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Passed - 02 December 2010
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 166,438 mi
Expires: 01 December 2011
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- Advisory Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- Advisory Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- Advisory Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
Failed - 23 November 2010
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 166,434 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)
- Major Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
- Major Horn not working (1.6.2a)
- Major Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- Major Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- Major Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
- Major Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
- Major Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
- Major Nearside Inner Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- Major Offside Inner Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- Major Nearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
- Major Offside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
- Major Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
- Major Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
- Major Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
- Major Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- Advisory Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Advisory Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Advisory Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- Advisory Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- Advisory Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
Passed - 30 September 2009
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 148,245 mi
Expires: 29 October 2010
Passed - 30 October 2008
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 130,482 mi
Expires: 29 October 2009
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Passed - 19 October 2007
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 108,442 mi
Expires: 18 October 2008
Passed - 06 September 2006
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 91,057 mi
Expires: 05 September 2007
Passed - 16 August 2005
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 82,686 mi
Expires: 26 August 2006
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the MOT due for P53HWC?
The vehicle's MOT status is Not valid.
What is the tax status of P53HWC?
The tax status is Untaxed and is due on 26 November 2015.
What are the specifications of P53HWC?
This is a 1996 LAND ROVER DISCOVERY in Green. It runs on Diesel with a 2495cc engine.
What is the environmental impact of P53HWC?
Environmental data not available for this vehicle.