2013 Land Rover Discovery 3.0L Diesel · GR54 DOD
2013 Land Rover Discovery (3.0L, diesel). First registered 01 Mar 2013. Recorded mileage 143,567 miles. MOT valid until 12 Aug 2027. Taxed until 01 Aug 2027.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DISCOVERY
- Year / Origin
- 2013 · Canterbury
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 12 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Aug 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 143,567 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.
GR54 DOD Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 30/07/2026
- 143,567 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
GR54 DOD 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 2013 Land Rover Discovery (GR54 DOD) between August 2024 and July 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 30 July 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: Tyres (5 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Lighting (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.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Prop shaft bearing excessively worn (6.1.7 (b) (i))”.
GR54 DOD Mileage History
- 14/08/2024123,639 mi
- 21/07/2025133,804 mi+10,165 mi
- 04/08/2025133,830 mi+26 mi
- 29/07/2026143,534 mi+9,704 mi
- 30/07/2026143,567 mi+33 mi
Average of roughly 10,180 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: 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.
Digital Service History
Access verified franchised dealer maintenance records for GR54DOD.
Unlock Manufacturer Digital Service Records
Check franchised dealer maintenance history for GR54DOD. Our direct integration verifies routine service events, workshop operations, recorded mileage, and technician logs.
Similar Vehicles
Plate Neighbors
Batch Registration Neighbors (GR54 Series)
Vehicles registered in the same regional DVLA batch as GR54DOD.
MERCEDES-BENZ
SLC
NISSAN
PATHFINDER
VOLVO
XC60 + BLACK ED T6 PHEV AWD A
FORD
TRANSIT CUSTOM 300 TREND EBLUE
SUBARU
FORESTER I XE PRM EBXR AWD CVT
TOYOTA
PROACE
PEUGEOT
308
MERCEDES-BENZ
S-Class
MERCEDES-BENZ
A-CLASS
MERCEDES-BENZ
SLK
AUDI
Q5 VOR 45 TFSI MHEV QUAT S-A
JAGUAR
XE
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 2013 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.