2006 Land Rover Discovery 2.7L Diesel · FM06 GWZ
2006 Land Rover Discovery (2.7L, diesel). First registered 31 Jul 2006. Recorded mileage 183,294 miles. MOT valid until 03 Sept 2027.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DISCOVERY
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Nottingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 03 Sept 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 183,294 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.7L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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FM06 GWZ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 05/09/2026
- 183,294 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (9 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
FM06 GWZ 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 2006 Land Rover Discovery (FM06 GWZ) between August 2023 and September 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 05 September 2026 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: Brakes (9 issues), Bodywork (4 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 13 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: “Suspension rod ball joint excessively worn both rear suspension rear rods inner joints (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))”; “Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))”.
FM06 GWZ Mileage History
- 09/08/2023163,012 mi
- 18/08/2023163,021 mi+9 mi
- 03/03/2025171,787 mi+8,766 mi
- 13/08/2026183,267 mi+11,480 mi
- 05/09/2026183,294 mi+27 mi
Average of roughly 6,597 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Land Rover Discovery 3 (L319)
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: 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.
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The internal gears of the EPB module strip, causing it to jam or screech.
- Air Suspension Compressor and Bag FailuresSerious
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The timing belt tensioner bolts to the oil pump casing on pre-2007 models. The casing cracks, causing belt slip and catastrophic engine damage. Spun crankshaft bearings are also common from oil starvation.
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