No, N497 OTN is currently recorded as untaxed in official DVLA vehicle records.

When is the MOT due for N497 OTN?

The MOT for N497 OTN is valid and due for renewal on or before 6 October 2015.

What is the recorded mileage of N497 OTN?

The recorded mileage for N497 OTN is 170,992 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is N497 OTN ULEZ compliant?

No, N497 OTN does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

1995 Land Rover Discovery 2.5L Diesel · N497 OTN

N497 OTN

1995 Land Rover Discovery (2.5L, diesel). First registered 01/11/1995. Recorded mileage 170,992 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: LAND ROVER DISCOVERY
Year / Origin: 1995 · Newcastle
MOT Status: Valid until 06/10/2015
Road Tax: Untaxed (08/01/2016)
Recorded Mileage: 170,992 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: DIESEL · 2.5L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

MOT Status

Expired

Valid until 06/10/2015

Tax Status

Untaxed

Tax due 08/01/2016

Mileage: 170,992 mi
Fuel Type: DIESEL
Year: 1995
Engine: 2495cc

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N497 OTN Key Findings

14 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 07/10/2014
170,992 miles recorded at latest MOT
6 historical MOT failures
No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Recurring suspension items (15 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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N497 OTN Mileage History

11/08/2006124,106 mi
13/08/2007133,034 mi+8,928 mi
15/08/2007133,034 mi
13/08/2008141,684 mi+8,650 mi
14/08/2008141,684 mi
10/08/2009150,074 mi+8,390 mi
24/09/2009150,093 mi+19 mi
23/09/2010157,759 mi+7,666 mi
06/10/2010157,759 mi
05/10/2011162,568 mi+4,809 mi
10/10/2011162,570 mi+2 mi
03/10/2012169,309 mi+6,739 mi
03/10/2012169,309 mi
07/10/2014170,992 mi+1,683 mi

Average of roughly 5,749 miles per year across 14 recorded odometer readings.

N497 OTN MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 23 Sept 2026, 15:47

MOT Analysis

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14 MOT tests are recorded for this 1995 Land Rover Discovery (N497 OTN) between August 2006 and October 2014.

The record contains 8 passes and 6 failures.

The most recent test on 07 October 2014 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 6 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (15 issues), Bodywork (13 issues), Lighting (11 issues), Windscreen (8 issues), Brakes (7 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 22 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Driver's door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)”; “Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)”; “Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)”.

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