2011 Land Rover Discovery 3.0L Diesel · EK11 LKM
2011 Land Rover Discovery (3.0L, diesel). First registered 20 Apr 2011. Recorded mileage 158,540 miles. MOT expired on 22 Oct 2025.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DISCOVERY
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Chelmsford
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 22 Oct 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 158,540 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Thinking of buying this vehicle? Free MOT and tax checks do not cover legal ownership. If outstanding finance exists, finance companies have legal right to repossess without compensation.
EK11 LKM Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 21/10/2024
- 158,540 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 6 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (8 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
EK11 LKM MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2011 Land Rover Discovery (EK11 LKM) between October 2022 and October 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 21 October 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (8 issues), Steering (4 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Lighting (1 issue). 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: “Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))”; “Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))”.
EK11 LKM Mileage History
- 11/10/2022136,976 mi
- 17/10/2023148,093 mi+11,117 mi
- 24/10/2023148,110 mi+17 mi
- 21/10/2024158,495 mi+10,385 mi
- 21/10/2024158,540 mi+45 mi
Average of roughly 10,629 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
Technical Specifications
Core Specifications
Identification & Status
Dimensions & Weights
Diagnostic & Valuation Intelligence
Estimate current market value
Generate an instant valuation benchmark based on live market listings, vehicle mileage, and recent dealer auction figures.
Known faults for Land Rover Discovery 4 (L319)
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
Verify lender finance agreements, insurance write-offs, police stolen registers, and mileage rollback.
Similar Vehicles
Plate Neighbors
Batch Registration Neighbors (EK11 Series)
Vehicles registered in the same regional DVLA batch as EK11LKM.
SKODA
SUPERB
MERCEDES-BENZ
C
MERCEDES-BENZ
C
MERCEDES-BENZ
C
MERCEDES-BENZ
C
MERCEDES-BENZ
C
MERCEDES-BENZ
E
MERCEDES-BENZ
E
MERCEDES-BENZ
E
MERCEDES-BENZ
E
MERCEDES-BENZ
E
MERCEDES-BENZ
E
LAND ROVER DISCOVERY Model Intelligence & Reliability
Verified MOT failure trends, buying advice, and technical directory specifications.
Owner-reported defects, recurring MOT failure points, and estimated repair costs.
Browse production generations, registration statistics, and trim variants.
Historical MOT pass rates and DVLA records for 2011 model year cars.
- 3.0 SDV6 Crankshaft FailureSerious
Sudden, catastrophic failure of the crankshaft or main bearings, requiring a replacement engine.
- Inlet Manifold CrackingModerate
The plastic inlet manifolds on 3.0 diesels crack under heat cycles, causing boost leaks, restricted performance mode, and DPF regeneration failures.
- Front Lower Suspension Arm WearModerate
The front lower control arm bushes wear prematurely on UK roads, causing knocking noises at low speed and uneven tyre wear.
Regional DVLA Registration Directory
Vehicles and registration batches issued by regional DVLA offices across the UK.
Recently Checked UK Vehicles
Live vehicle history checks and MOT records recently queried by UK car buyers.