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Land Rover Discovery

Red · Diesel · 1994 · 2,495 cc

C8 KWJMOT history

C8 KWJ is a red diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 16 Dec 1994. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jun 2027 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 126,933 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Jul 2026.

C8 KWJ red 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 30 Jun 2027
Mileage
126,933 mi
At MOT on 1 Jul 2026
MOT tests
31
21 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,527 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C8 KWJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
16 Dec 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

C8 KWJ was last recorded at 126,933 miles on 1 Jul 2026, 337 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,596 miles · 5 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
337 miles
Average per year
4,527 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 126,933 miles
  • 2025 – 122,121 miles
  • 2024 – 118,807 miles
  • 2023 – 115,743 miles
  • 2022 – 111,973 miles
  • 2021 – 109,131 miles
  • 2020 – 105,403 miles
  • 2019 – 99,608 miles
  • 2018 – 91,896 miles
  • 2017 – 87,206 miles
  • 2016 – 82,774 miles
  • 2015 – 77,381 miles
  • 2014 – 75,488 miles
  • 2013 – 70,320 miles
  • 2012 – 65,803 miles
  • 2011 – 61,777 miles
  • 2010 – 56,805 miles
  • 2009 – 51,969 miles
  • 2008 – 47,151 miles
  • 2007 – 41,809 miles
  • 2006 – 36,031 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,933 miles
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 9 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 14 MOTs since 2018

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.

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front hub seal has seepage of grease

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small crack around the area of the rear view mirror

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

31 tests since 2 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,933 miles (+337)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    126,933 miles
    Test number
    258124693754
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail126,596 miles (+4,475)10 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,596 miles
    Test number
    629409942940
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFloor excessively deteriorated (6.2.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorFuel tank insecure (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Body mounting fixing insecure, but overall security not significantly reduced (6.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Body mounting fixing insecure, but overall security not significantly reduced (6.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass122,121 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    122,121 miles
    Test number
    667700201432
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail122,120 miles (+3,313)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,120 miles
    Test number
    438611046391
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded across rear axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover missing front steering bar (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover missing rear steering arm (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass118,807 miles (+3,064)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    118,807 miles
    Test number
    839030989728
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass115,743 miles (+3,770)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    115,743 miles
    Test number
    213139369311
    • MinorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass111,973 miles (+2,842)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    111,973 miles
    Test number
    430961890200
    • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt all (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass109,131 miles (+11)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    109,131 miles
    Test number
    471581204086
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail109,120 miles (+3,717)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,120 miles
    Test number
    267289632016
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass105,403 miles (+5,795)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    105,403 miles
    Test number
    571913606697
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material into central rear flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass99,608 miles (+7)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    99,608 miles
    Test number
    777404664900
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small crack around the area of the rear view mirror (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front hub seal has seepage of grease
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Fail99,601 miles (+7,705)2 major3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,601 miles
    Test number
    914787736600
    • MajorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small crack around the area of the rear view mirror (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front hub seal has seepage of grease
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush upper bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush upper bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass91,896 miles (+12)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    91,896 miles
    Test number
    841043295431
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Fail91,884 miles (+4,678)5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,884 miles
    Test number
    555037053757
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair 50% effort recorded (1.2.1 (c))

  15. Pass87,206 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    87,206 miles
    Test number
    698003275787
    • AdvisoryNearside Front indicator lens is cracked/damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear light lens/unit in the lower bumper is damaged and held in with a temporary repair
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear outer sill has a hole formed by corrosion, but is currently just outside seatbelt prescribed area
    • AdvisoryExhaust centre section has a split support rubber

  16. Fail87,206 miles (+4,432)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,206 miles
    Test number
    105123813237
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front indicator lens is cracked/damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear light lens/unit in the lower bumper is damaged and held in with a temporary repair
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear outer sill has a hole formed by corrosion, but is currently just outside seatbelt prescribed area
    • AdvisoryExhaust centre section has a split support rubber

  17. Pass82,774 miles (+5)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    82,774 miles
    Test number
    613909563071
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre has slight cracking/splitting within the tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre has slight cracking/splitting within the tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear outer sill/inner wheel arch holed and corroded just outside seatbelt prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  18. Fail82,769 miles (+5,388)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,769 miles
    Test number
    901776890528
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded door shut/inner wheel arch (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre has slight cracking/splitting within the tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre has slight cracking/splitting within the tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear outer sill/inner wheel arch holed and corroded just outside seatbelt prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  19. Pass77,381 miles (+1,893)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    77,381 miles
    Test number
    198518765152
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  20. Pass75,488 miles (+5,168)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    75,488 miles
    Test number
    179650564153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass70,320 miles (+12)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    70,320 miles
    Test number
    527507953182
    • NoteAll brake pipes painted.

  22. Fail70,308 miles (+4,505)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,308 miles
    Test number
    907525653158
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureTrailer electrical socket damaged so that lead cannot be securely connected (1.9.3b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteAll brake pipes painted.

  23. Pass65,803 miles (+4,026)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    65,803 miles
    Test number
    949375142112
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteOil leak

  24. Pass61,777 miles (+4,972)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    61,777 miles
    Test number
    487991951106
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  25. Pass56,805 miles (+4,836)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    56,805 miles
    Test number
    214788350419

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass51,969 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    51,969 miles
    Test number
    153512369100
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  27. Fail51,969 miles (+4,818)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,969 miles
    Test number
    442292769111
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  28. Pass47,151 miles (+5,342)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    47,151 miles
    Test number
    233294768158
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  29. Pass41,809 miles (+76)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    41,809 miles
    Test number
    411119457140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail41,733 miles (+5,702)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,733 miles
    Test number
    644603757172
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  31. Pass36,031 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    36,031 miles
    Test number
    312183656171
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Questions about C8 KWJ

Does C8 KWJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C8 KWJ is valid until 30 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on C8 KWJ?
The MOT on C8 KWJ is valid until 30 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has C8 KWJ done?
C8 KWJ was recorded at 126,933 miles at its MOT on 1 Jul 2026, an average of 4,527 miles a year.
Has C8 KWJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C8 KWJ has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on C8 KWJ 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 C8 KWJ find?
C8 KWJ passed its latest MOT on 1 Jul 2026 with 5 advisories: integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; nearside rear shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush; offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play, and 2 more.

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