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Land Rover 88

Blue · Petrol · 1977 · 2,286 cc

731 DONMOT history

731 DON is a blue petrol Land Rover 88 first used on 9 Sept 1977. Its MOT expired on 11 Sept 2026 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 99,020 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 11 Sept 2026
Mileage
99,020 mi
At MOT on 12 Sept 2025
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
234 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
731 DON
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Land Rover
Model
88
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,286 cc
Year of manufacture
1977
First used
9 Sept 1977
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
12 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

731 DON was last recorded at 99,020 miles on 12 Sept 2025, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,013 miles · 4 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
234 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 99,020 miles
  • 2024 – 98,766 miles
  • 2023 – 98,605 miles
  • 2021 – 98,394 miles
  • 2017 – 97,711 miles
  • 2016 – 97,579 miles
  • 2015 – 97,413 miles
  • 2014 – 97,268 miles
  • 2013 – 97,000 miles
  • 2012 – 96,656 miles
  • 2011 – 96,477 miles
  • 2010 – 96,270 miles
  • 2009 – 95,370 miles
  • 2008 – 95,029 miles
  • 2007 – 94,701 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,020 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive Engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive transfer box / gear box area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced transfer box cross member corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corrosion pipe to flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing age cracking / perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing age cracking / perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corrosion pipe to flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing age cracking /perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security chassis outrigger to A post bulkhead leg (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing age cracking / perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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.

  • Central Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive front crankshaft seal area

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Central Rear Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases At exhaust joint , front pipe to centre pipe - centre pipe has corroded olive section,

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Central Rear Lower Oil leak, but not excessive Main gearbox , transfer box & overdrive unit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Central Rear Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced lower face of transfer box cross member

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Lower Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corrosion pipe to flexible hose

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Especially in tread areas

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

23 tests since 4 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,020 miles (+7)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    99,020 miles
    Test number
    696962149291
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive Engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive transfer box / gear box area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced transfer box cross member corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corrosion pipe to flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing age cracking / perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing age cracking / perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corrosion pipe to flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing age cracking /perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security chassis outrigger to A post bulkhead leg (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing age cracking / perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail99,013 miles (+247)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,013 miles
    Test number
    334811531074
    • MajorNearside Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outrigger (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive from engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Oil leak, but not excessive from gear box/ transfer box area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced center cross member (under transfer box) (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded under chassis leg (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded under chassis leg (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outrigger (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass98,766 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    98,766 miles
    Test number
    390799880641
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive front crankshaft seal area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases At exhaust joint , front pipe to centre pipe - centre pipe has corroded olive section, (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Lower Oil leak, but not excessive Main gearbox , transfer box & overdrive unit (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced lower face of transfer box cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corrosion pipe to flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Especially in tread areas (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Especially in tread areas (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corrosion pipe to flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Especially in tread areas (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Especially in tread areas (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail98,766 miles (+161)1 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,766 miles
    Test number
    818414335771
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low Adjuster not working (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive front crankshaft seal area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases At exhaust joint , front pipe to centre pipe - centre pipe has corroded olive section, (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Lower Oil leak, but not excessive Main gearbox , transfer box & overdrive unit (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced lower face of transfer box cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corrosion pipe to flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Especially in tread areas (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Especially in tread areas (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corrosion pipe to flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Especially in tread areas (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Especially in tread areas (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass98,605 miles (+211)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2024
    Odometer
    98,605 miles
    Test number
    347864865988
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive Front crankshaft seal area, (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive rear of engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases corroded holes at joint section , front down pipe to rear section , (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Lower Oil leak, but not excessive Main Gearbox , Transfer box & overdrive unit areas, (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slight corrosion ,pipe to flexible hose. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Age cracking / perishing ,especially in tread areas , (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Age cracking / perishing ,especially in tread areas , (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slight corrosion ,pipe to flexible hose. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Age cracking / perishing ,especially in tread areas , (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Age cracking / perishing ,especially in tread areas , (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass98,394 miles (+683)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    98,394 miles
    Test number
    923083821857
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox/ transfer box / overdrive areas (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slight corrosion , pipe to front flexi hose, (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slight corrosion ,pipe to front flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass97,711 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    97,711 miles
    Test number
    465936618763

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail97,711 miles (+132)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,711 miles
    Test number
    785307615589
    • FailureCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureCentral Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

  9. Pass97,579 miles (+166)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    97,579 miles
    Test number
    257834914481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass97,413 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    97,413 miles
    Test number
    826717655193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail97,412 miles (+144)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,412 miles
    Test number
    196949025186
    • FailureBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

  12. Pass97,268 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2015
    Odometer
    97,268 miles
    Test number
    655157624142
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteCorrosion to O/s/f Footplate by pedals

  13. Fail97,268 miles (+268)5 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,268 miles
    Test number
    915457624100
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteCorrosion to O/s/f Footplate by pedals

  14. Pass97,000 miles (+344)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2014
    Odometer
    97,000 miles
    Test number
    669611933110
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  15. Pass96,656 miles (+179)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2013
    Odometer
    96,656 miles
    Test number
    315129312159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass96,477 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2012
    Odometer
    96,477 miles
    Test number
    846371541173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail96,477 miles (+207)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,477 miles
    Test number
    978761341130
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  18. Pass96,270 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2011
    Odometer
    96,270 miles
    Test number
    470035330184
    • NoteAdvise nearside headlamp bowl rusted

  19. Fail96,270 miles (+900)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,270 miles
    Test number
    690685530172
    • FailureService brake is causing the vehicle to swerve to the nearside (3.7.C.2)
    • NoteAdvise nearside headlamp bowl rusted

  20. Pass95,370 miles (+341)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2010
    Odometer
    95,370 miles
    Test number
    281732149191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail95,029 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,029 miles
    Test number
    281763898071
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • Repaired at testSteering component is not secure to the vehicle structure (2.2.B.1a)

  22. Pass95,029 miles (+328)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    95,029 miles
    Test number
    564693898055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass94,701 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    94,701 miles
    Test number
    452334897009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 731 DON

What vehicle is registration 731 DON currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 731 DON on a blue petrol Land Rover 88 first used on 9 Sept 1977. 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 731 DON currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on 731 DON expired on 11 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on 731 DON?
The MOT on 731 DON expired on 11 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has 731 DON done?
731 DON was recorded at 99,020 miles at its MOT on 12 Sept 2025, an average of 234 miles a year.
Has 731 DON ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 731 DON has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on 731 DON 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 731 DON find?
731 DON passed its latest MOT on 12 Sept 2025 with 11 advisories: central front lower oil leak, but not excessive engine area; central front lower oil leak, but not excessive transfer box / gear box area; central front lower vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced transfer box cross member corroded, and 8 more.

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