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Land Rover Discovery

Grey · Diesel · 2006 · 2,720 cc

197 NCGMOT history

197 NCG is a grey diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 13 Nov 2006. Its MOT is valid until 1 Jan 2027 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 221,007 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Dec 2025.

197 NCG grey Land Rover Discovery – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Land Rover Discovery, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 1 Jan 2027
Mileage
221,007 mi
At MOT on 15 Dec 2025
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
11,340 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
197 NCG
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,720 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
13 Nov 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

197 NCG was last recorded at 221,007 miles on 15 Dec 2025, 10,528 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
210,479 miles · 2 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
10,528 miles
Average per year
11,340 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 221,007 miles
  • 2023 – 196,889 miles
  • 2022 – 184,170 miles
  • 2021 – 168,792 miles
  • 2020 – 154,760 miles
  • 2019 – 138,608 miles
  • 2018 – 121,690 miles
  • 2017 – 107,012 miles
  • 2016 – 98,965 miles
  • 2015 – 85,435 miles
  • 2014 – 73,064 miles
  • 2013 – 58,611 miles
  • 2012 – 54,405 miles
  • 2011 – 47,803 miles
  • 2010 – 43,939 miles
  • 2009 – 37,893 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass221,007 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Air suspension light on dash- indicating a fault

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Steering rack joint has excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

23 tests since 22 Oct 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass221,007 miles (+10,528)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    221,007 miles
    Test number
    265792549144
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  2. Pass210,479 miles (+13,590)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    210,479 miles
    Test number
    690713057631
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass196,889 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    196,889 miles
    Test number
    500910027781

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail196,889 miles (+12,719)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,889 miles
    Test number
    156454629297
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass184,170 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    184,170 miles
    Test number
    918037934408
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail184,170 miles (+15,378)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,170 miles
    Test number
    184794364183
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass168,792 miles (+14,032)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    168,792 miles
    Test number
    703485656417
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Track end (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass154,760 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    154,760 miles
    Test number
    594623334704
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail154,759 miles (+16,151)4 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,759 miles
    Test number
    672913470081
    • MajorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass138,608 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    138,608 miles
    Test number
    404352406231
    • AdvisoryAir suspension light on dash- indicating a fault
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering rack joint has excessive movement
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Fail138,608 miles (+16,918)1 dangerous3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,608 miles
    Test number
    322346154778
    • DangerousAuxillary belt tensioner at risk of failing
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryAir suspension light on dash- indicating a fault
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering rack joint has excessive movement
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft carrier bearing bush - split/worn
    • AdvisoryUnable to carry out emission test due to belt tensioner

  12. Pass121,690 miles (+14,678)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    121,690 miles
    Test number
    387464117087
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both lower suspension arms slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear to rear flexible brake hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both bushes in lower suspension arm slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe to rear flexible brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Pass107,012 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    107,012 miles
    Test number
    166502453707

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail107,010 miles (+8,045)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,010 miles
    Test number
    693056805558
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush rear mounted (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush rear mounted (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin offside & nearside (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass98,965 miles (+13,530)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    98,965 miles
    Test number
    214961343498
    • AdvisorySlight play from inner steering rack joints

  16. Pass85,435 miles (+12,371)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    85,435 miles
    Test number
    358487945171
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  17. Fail73,064 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,064 miles
    Test number
    546614554161
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  18. Pass73,064 miles (+14,453)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    73,064 miles
    Test number
    735114754157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass58,611 miles (+4,206)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    58,611 miles
    Test number
    149082573171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass54,405 miles (+6,602)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    54,405 miles
    Test number
    746228592290
    • NoteUnable to check rearmost seats/belts, cage fitted

  21. Pass47,803 miles (+3,864)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    47,803 miles
    Test number
    296283591250
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  22. Pass43,939 miles (+6,046)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    43,939 miles
    Test number
    263777180294
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  23. Pass37,893 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    37,893 miles
    Test number
    393135999454

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 197 NCG

What vehicle is registration 197 NCG currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 197 NCG on a grey diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 13 Nov 2006. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 197 NCG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 197 NCG is valid until 1 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on 197 NCG?
The MOT on 197 NCG is valid until 1 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 197 NCG done?
197 NCG was recorded at 221,007 miles at its MOT on 15 Dec 2025, an average of 11,340 miles a year.
Has 197 NCG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 197 NCG has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on 197 NCG ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on 197 NCG find?
197 NCG passed its latest MOT on 15 Dec 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside rear wheel bearing has slight play; offside rear wheel bearing has slight play.

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