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Land Rover Discovery

Black · Diesel · 2007 · 2,720 cc

DFP 178MOT history

DFP 178 is a black diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 27 Apr 2007. Its MOT is valid until 31 Oct 2027 and it has passed 17 of 18 MOT tests, with 84,692 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Oct 2026.

DFP 178 black 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 31 Oct 2027
Mileage
84,692 mi
At MOT on 8 Oct 2026
MOT tests
18
17 passed · 1 failed
Per year
4,294 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
DFP 178
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,720 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
27 Apr 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

DFP 178 was last recorded at 84,692 miles on 8 Oct 2026, 1,915 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
82,777 miles · 6 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
1,915 miles
Average per year
4,294 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 84,692 miles
  • 2025 – 82,777 miles
  • 2024 – 81,089 miles
  • 2023 – 78,918 miles
  • 2022 – 75,880 miles
  • 2021 – 72,365 miles
  • 2020 – 66,947 miles
  • 2019 – 61,180 miles
  • 2018 – 53,426 miles
  • 2017 – 46,712 miles
  • 2016 – 38,903 miles
  • 2015 – 31,494 miles
  • 2014 – 27,401 miles
  • 2013 – 23,749 miles
  • 2012 – 20,052 miles
  • 2011 – 17,668 miles
  • 2010 – 13,729 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass84,692 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (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.

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear tyre wearing on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2023

Full MOT history

18 tests since 30 Mar 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass84,692 miles (+1,915)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    84,692 miles
    Test number
    245939993216
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass82,777 miles (+1,688)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    82,777 miles
    Test number
    199898834120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass81,089 miles (+2,171)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    81,089 miles
    Test number
    570057291127
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass78,918 miles (+3,038)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    78,918 miles
    Test number
    432241844442
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis rail (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre wearing on inner edge

  5. Pass75,880 miles (+3,515)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    75,880 miles
    Test number
    110496497324
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  6. Pass72,365 miles (+5,418)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    72,365 miles
    Test number
    643837753055
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to n/s/f brake flexi hose ferrule
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to o/s/r brake pipe
    • AdvisorySlight scoring and corrosion to front and rear inner brake discs

  7. Pass66,947 miles (+5,767)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    66,947 miles
    Test number
    711294205632
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear brake pipes corroded at rear (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass61,180 miles (+7,754)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    61,180 miles
    Test number
    683893509304
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides above rear differential (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on edges
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre wearing on inner edge

  9. Pass53,426 miles (+6,714)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    53,426 miles
    Test number
    430509793431
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass46,712 miles (+7,809)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    46,712 miles
    Test number
    353691748604
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush rear bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  11. Pass38,903 miles (+7,409)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    38,903 miles
    Test number
    369355554764

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass31,494 miles (+4,093)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    31,494 miles
    Test number
    149096975466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass27,401 miles (+3,652)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    27,401 miles
    Test number
    669806174090
    • AdvisoryFront Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  14. Pass23,749 miles (+3,697)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    23,749 miles
    Test number
    169189573087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass20,052 miles (+2,384)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    20,052 miles
    Test number
    915439672057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass17,668 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    17,668 miles
    Test number
    119010981440

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail17,668 miles (+3,939)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,668 miles
    Test number
    395220181076
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  18. Pass13,729 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    13,729 miles
    Test number
    162189780071
    • 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)

Questions about DFP 178

What vehicle is registration DFP 178 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show DFP 178 on a black diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 27 Apr 2007. 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 DFP 178 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on DFP 178 is valid until 31 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on DFP 178?
The MOT on DFP 178 is valid until 31 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has DFP 178 done?
DFP 178 was recorded at 84,692 miles at its MOT on 8 Oct 2026, an average of 4,294 miles a year.
Has DFP 178 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. DFP 178 has failed 1 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Mar 2011.
Has the mileage on DFP 178 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 DFP 178 find?
DFP 178 passed its latest MOT on 8 Oct 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; offside vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced.

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