2004 Land Rover Discovery 2.5L Diesel · DL04 UXK
2004 Land Rover Discovery (2.5L, diesel). First registered 01 Mar 2004. Recorded mileage 214,946 miles. MOT expired on 07 Jul 2024.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DISCOVERY
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Shrewsbury
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 07 Jul 2024
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (18 Jan 2025)
- Recorded Mileage
- 214,946 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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DL04 UXK Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 08/07/2023
- 214,946 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
DL04 UXK MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 Land Rover Discovery (DL04 UXK) between July 2022 and July 2023.
The record contains 2 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 08 July 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (5 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 7 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.
DL04 UXK Mileage History
- 09/07/2022205,960 mi
- 08/07/2023214,946 mi+8,986 mi
- 08/07/2023214,946 mi
Average of roughly 9,015 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Land Rover Discovery 2 (L318)
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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- TD5 Injector Harness Oil MigrationSerious
Oil seeps along the injector wiring harness into the ECU red plug connector, causing rough running, misfires and potential ECU damage.
- Air Suspension and ACE System FailuresSerious
Self-levelling suspension (SLS) air bags perish and compressors fail. The ACE system leaks from corroded pipes, causing handling issues and expensive repairs.
- Three Amigos (ABS/TC/ HDC Warnings)Moderate
The ABS, Traction Control, and Hill Descent Control warning lights illuminate together. Usually caused by ABS sensor failures but can indicate more expensive 4WD system issues.
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