2005 Land Rover Discovery 2.7L Diesel · JA02 KER
2005 Land Rover Discovery (2.7L, diesel). First registered 24 Mar 2005. Recorded mileage 159,617 miles. MOT valid until 26 Apr 2027.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DISCOVERY
- Year / Origin
- 2005
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 26 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 159,617 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.7L
- 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.
JA02 KER Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 28/04/2026
- 159,617 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (7 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
JA02 KER 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 2005 Land Rover Discovery (JA02 KER) between February 2024 and April 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 28 April 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 (7 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Bodywork (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue), Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 11 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: “Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))”; “Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))”; “Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.
JA02 KER Mileage History
- 24/02/2024137,191 mi
- 21/02/2025147,548 mi+10,357 mi
- 28/02/2025147,909 mi+361 mi
- 10/03/2026159,508 mi+11,599 mi
- 28/04/2026159,617 mi+109 mi
Average of roughly 10,318 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 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.
Verify lender finance agreements, insurance write-offs, police stolen registers, and mileage rollback.
Similar Vehicles
Plate Neighbors
Batch Registration Neighbors (JA02 Series)
Vehicles registered in the same regional DVLA batch as JA02KER.
MAZDA
MAZDA 2 HYBRID HOMURA CVT
VAUXHALL
ASTRA
VOLKSWAGEN
SCIROCCO
FIAT
PUNTO EVO
BMW
118
HONDA
ACCORD
TOYOTA
YARIS DYNAMIC HEV CVT
AUDI
A4 S LN BLACK ED 35TDI MHEV SA
MINI
COOPER S
VAUXHALL
ASTRA GTC SRI CDTI S/S
LAND ROVER
RANGE ROVER SPORT
MG
ZS EXCLUSIVE T-GDI AUTO
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 2005 model year cars.
- Electronic Parking Brake FailureModerate
The internal gears of the EPB module strip, causing it to jam or screech.
- Air Suspension Compressor and Bag FailuresSerious
The air suspension system suffers from perished air bags, failing compressors, and leaking valves. The compressor overworks when bags leak and eventually fails.
- 2.7 TDV6 Timing Chain and Oil Pump FailureSerious
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.
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.