Official DVLA Record

2005 Land Rover Discovery 2.7L Diesel · NK54 UGA

NK54 UGA

2005 Land Rover Discovery (2.7L, diesel). First registered 01/01/2005. Recorded mileage 177,557 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model
LAND ROVER DISCOVERY
Year / Origin
2005 · Newcastle
MOT Status
Valid until 17/12/2023
Road Tax
Untaxed (16/01/2024)
Recorded Mileage
177,557 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
DIESEL · 2.7L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 17/12/2023
Tax Status
Untaxed
Tax due 16/01/2024
Fuel Type
DIESEL
Year
2005
Engine
2720cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle currently fails the MOT test, indicating a persistent roadworthiness failure. The most recent failure occurred in December 2023, which is approximately one and a half years old, placing the vehicle firmly within the current year's testing window. This date marks the end of the last valid MOT, confirming that the vehicle is still under the current testing regime and that the previous owner had not successfully passed the test prior to this date. The mileage pattern suggests a rapid accumulation over the last two years, averaging roughly 8,500 miles per year. This rate is consistent with the vehicle's age, implying that maintenance has been neglected during the interim period. The data is relatively clean, with no significant gaps in the records, though the sheer volume of mileage points to potential wear on consumables and structural components that have not been addressed. A buyer should inspect the vehicle in person to identify recurring faults in the suspension, brakes, and drivetrain. The history reveals a severe corrosion issue affecting the front and rear suspension components, with mounting areas in the prescribed areas showing excessive corrosion and structural weakness. Additionally, the rear brake pads are worn down to the wear indicator, and the parking brake is inoperative on one side, suggesting that brake fluid and pads have not been replaced. The suspension arms and anti-roll bars have also been found to be excessively worn, indicating that the suspension system is no longer structurally sound for the current load.

NK54 UGA Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT failed on 11/12/2023
  • 177,557 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 3 historical MOT failures
  • 8 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring suspension items (12 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
35
/ 100 · Poor
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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor

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.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
✓ Taxed
✗ Poor MOT pass rate (40%)
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NK54 UGA Mileage History

  1. 01/12/2021169,233 mi
  2. 13/12/2021169,385 mi+152 mi
  3. 22/11/2022172,924 mi+3,539 mi
  4. 29/11/2022172,961 mi+37 mi
  5. 11/12/2023177,557 mi+4,596 mi

Average of roughly 4,109 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

NK54 UGA MOT History

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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 (NK54 UGA) between December 2021 and December 2023.

The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.

The most recent test on 11 December 2023 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (12 issues), Brakes (6 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Bodywork (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 12 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 Upper Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))”; “Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a bod”; “Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural stren”.

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