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2005 Land Rover Discovery 2.7L Diesel · KL05 FEM

KL05 FEM

2005 Land Rover Discovery (2.7L, diesel). First registered 01/03/2005. Recorded mileage 172,215 miles. MOT valid until 15/11/2026. Taxed until 01/02/2027.

Make & Model
LAND ROVER DISCOVERY
Year / Origin
2005 · Borehamwood (Luton)
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 15/11/2026
Road Tax
Taxed (01/02/2027)
Recorded Mileage
172,215 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
DIESEL · 2.7L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 15/11/2026
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01/02/2027
Fuel Type
DIESEL
Year
2005
Engine
2720cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle currently meets the roadworthiness criteria for 2026, as the MOT record shows a consistent and stable maintenance trend with no discernible deterioration in overall condition. The most recent test on 2025-11-07 at 172,215 miles was passed, and this year's record remains valid, indicating that the car has not experienced a significant drop in performance or safety standards since the previous inspection. The mileage pattern suggests that the vehicle has maintained a steady operational profile over the last two years, averaging approximately 8,600 miles per year. While the mileage is consistent with its 2005 age class, the data is relatively clean with no obvious gaps or sudden accelerations in consumption, implying that the car has been driven under normal conditions without major wear on critical components. In terms of mechanical health, the car exhibits a stable condition with no signs of serious structural failure or imminent breakdown. The suspension components, including the rear upper and lower arms and ball joints, show only slight wear that does not compromise the structural integrity of the chassis. The brakes, while showing minor corrosion on the pipes and discs, are not seriously weakened or pitted, suggesting that the braking system is functional. The drivetrain and steering rack also appear to be in good shape, with no excessive play detected in the steering column.

KL05 FEM Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 07/11/2025
  • 172,215 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 7 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring brakes items (14 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
90
/ 100 · Excellent
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent

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KL05 FEM Mileage History

  1. 12/11/2021153,906 mi
  2. 02/11/2022159,824 mi+5,918 mi
  3. 09/11/2023164,390 mi+4,566 mi
  4. 13/11/2024168,154 mi+3,764 mi
  5. 07/11/2025172,215 mi+4,061 mi

Average of roughly 4,593 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

KL05 FEM MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 13 Jun 2026, 12:58
MOT Analysis

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 (KL05 FEM) between November 2021 and November 2025.

The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 31 advisory notices note items to monitor.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (14 issues), Suspension (11 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 31 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.

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