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Land Rover Discovery

Grey · Diesel · 2010 · 2,993 cc

BWS 72MOT history

BWS 72 is a grey diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 30 Jun 2010. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jul 2027 and it has passed 13 of 16 MOT tests, with 155,469 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jul 2026.

BWS 72 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 22 Jul 2027
Mileage
155,469 mi
At MOT on 6 Jul 2026
MOT tests
16
13 passed · 3 failed
Per year
10,468 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
BWS 72
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
30 Jun 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

BWS 72 was last recorded at 155,469 miles on 6 Jul 2026, 13,171 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
142,298 miles · 17 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
13,171 miles
Average per year
10,468 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 155,469 miles
  • 2025 – 142,298 miles
  • 2024 – 128,160 miles
  • 2023 – 110,801 miles
  • 2022 – 98,431 miles
  • 2021 – 84,360 miles
  • 2020 – 78,290 miles
  • 2019 – 70,859 miles
  • 2018 – 62,365 miles
  • 2017 – 52,749 miles
  • 2016 – 44,107 miles
  • 2015 – 36,199 miles
  • 2014 – 28,275 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass155,469 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2019

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

16 tests since 12 May 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass155,469 miles (+13,171)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    155,469 miles
    Test number
    150813243735
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass142,298 miles (+14,138)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    142,298 miles
    Test number
    143117751228
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass128,160 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    128,160 miles
    Test number
    414023047764
    • AdvisoryAll rear brake pipes are slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel tank cradle is corroded but fuel tank is still secure
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail128,160 miles (+17,359)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,160 miles
    Test number
    522559392776
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll rear brake pipes are slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel tank cradle is corroded but fuel tank is still secure
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass110,801 miles (+12,370)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    110,801 miles
    Test number
    735625763932
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank craddle corroded

  6. Pass98,431 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    98,431 miles
    Test number
    770429337596
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail98,431 miles (+14,071)2 dangerous1 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,431 miles
    Test number
    399693333828
    • DangerousNearside Rear Seat belt webbing significantly weakened (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Seat belt webbing significantly weakened (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Rear Prop shaft bearing excessively worn (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass84,360 miles (+6,070)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    84,360 miles
    Test number
    216696990646

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass78,290 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    78,290 miles
    Test number
    787235095619

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail78,289 miles (+7,430)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,289 miles
    Test number
    893426527367
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass70,859 miles (+8,494)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    70,859 miles
    Test number
    599582135285
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass62,365 miles (+9,616)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2019
    Odometer
    62,365 miles
    Test number
    974128646676
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  13. Pass52,749 miles (+8,642)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2018
    Odometer
    52,749 miles
    Test number
    556405703898
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass44,107 miles (+7,908)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2017
    Odometer
    44,107 miles
    Test number
    480490536357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass36,199 miles (+7,924)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2016
    Odometer
    36,199 miles
    Test number
    129165225191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass28,275 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2015
    Odometer
    28,275 miles
    Test number
    295232034127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about BWS 72

What vehicle is registration BWS 72 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show BWS 72 on a grey diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 30 Jun 2010. 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 BWS 72 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on BWS 72 is valid until 22 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on BWS 72?
The MOT on BWS 72 is valid until 22 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has BWS 72 done?
BWS 72 was recorded at 155,469 miles at its MOT on 6 Jul 2026, an average of 10,468 miles a year.
Has BWS 72 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. BWS 72 has failed 3 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on BWS 72 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 BWS 72 find?
BWS 72 passed its latest MOT on 6 Jul 2026 with 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: nearside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner, and 4 more.

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