2016 Land Rover Discovery 3.0L Diesel · GC16 RAU
2016 Land Rover Discovery (3.0L, diesel). First registered 09 Aug 2016. Recorded mileage 61,238 miles. MOT valid until 07 Aug 2027.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DISCOVERY
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Maidstone
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 07 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 61,238 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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GC16 RAU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 05/08/2026
- 61,238 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (2 mentions)
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GC16 RAU 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 2016 Land Rover Discovery (GC16 RAU) between August 2022 and August 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 3 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 3 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.
GC16 RAU Mileage History
- 01/08/202236,954 mi
- 11/07/202343,225 mi+6,271 mi
- 01/08/202450,010 mi+6,785 mi
- 01/08/202556,532 mi+6,522 mi
- 05/08/202661,238 mi+4,706 mi
Average of roughly 6,054 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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