2005 Land Rover Discovery 2.7L Diesel · ST55 OVC
2005 Land Rover Discovery (2.7L, diesel). First registered 22 Dec 2005. Recorded mileage 109,690 miles. MOT expired on 28 Mar 2026. Taxed until 01 Jan 2027.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DISCOVERY
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Dundee
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 28 Mar 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jan 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 109,690 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.7L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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ST55 OVC Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 29/03/2025
- 109,690 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (14 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
ST55 OVC 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 (ST55 OVC) between November 2023 and March 2025.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 29 March 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (14 issues), Bodywork (10 issues), Lighting (7 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Steering (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 24 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 Rear Upper Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of”; “Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired Inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))”; “Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))”.
ST55 OVC Mileage History
- 27/11/2023105,877 mi
- 11/12/2023105,926 mi+49 mi
- 09/12/2024109,657 mi+3,731 mi
- 29/03/2025109,690 mi+33 mi
- 29/03/2025109,690 mi
Average of roughly 2,854 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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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.
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Buyer's Guide & Inspection Advisory
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Our Verdict
Exercise extreme caution before consider
A thorough professional inspection is mandatory, specifically focusing on the chassis and sills. The December 2024 MOT failure list is extensive, noting that the vehicle's rigidity was 'significantly reduced' due to corrosion in the chassis and inner sills. You must verify if the repairs mentioned in the 2024 failure—specifically regarding the seat belt anchorages and structural rigidity—were carried out to a professional standard and are now structurally sound.
When negotiating, use the history of major structural failures to your advantage. Ask for documented proof of all welding and structural repairs. Given the complexity of Land Rover chassis work, any substandard repair could lead to immediate failure in future MOT tests. Check the condition of the steering rack and all suspension arms, as these have been recurring points of failure for this specific vehicle.
As a 2.7L diesel, running costs will be higher than a standard family car. Fuel economy will be relatively low due to the vehicle's weight and aerodynamic profile. You should expect higher-than-average maintenance costs, particularly regarding suspension components and exhaust systems, which have appeared in recent MOT records.
Tax and insurance groups for a 2005 Discovery are typically mid-to-high. With the recorded history of frequent repairs to brakes, tyres, and suspension, you should budget significantly more than the average for annual maintenance. An estimated annual running cost would be in the higher bracket for this vehicle class.
Priority must be given to the chassis and body sills. The MOT history explicitly records 'significantly reduced' rigidity in the chassis and issues with seat belt anchorage areas in the inner sills. Inspect these areas for any signs of recent welding, uneven surfaces, or fresh underseal that might be masking ongoing corrosion.
Additionally, inspect the steering system and suspension. The vehicle has a history of play in the steering rack inner joints and worn suspension arms/ball joints. Check the exhaust system for leaks, as a major leak was recorded in late 2024, and ensure all headlamp components are compatible and correctly aimed, following the recent failures in 2024 and 2025.
This 2005 Land Rover Discovery (ST55OVC) has covered 109,690 miles, which is above the model average of 7,599 miles per year. While the most recent MOT in March 2025 passed with no defects, the preceding history is heavily marked by severe structural corrosion and multiple failures related to seat belt anchorages and chassis integrity. The vehicle shows a pattern of significant degradation in its structural components.
Aggregate data for this model shows an 80.6% MOT pass rate, with common failures involving headlamps, suspension arms, and tyres.
Reviewed by the IsItAGoodCar editorial team — Verified automotive analysis synthesized from official vehicle registries.
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