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Land Rover Discovery

Blue · Diesel · 2001 · 2,495 cc

J8 GRRMOT history

J8 GRR is a blue diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 6 Jul 2001. Its MOT is valid until 12 May 2027 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 216,290 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 May 2026.

J8 GRR blue 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 12 May 2027
Mileage
216,290 mi
At MOT on 8 May 2026
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
7,403 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J8 GRR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
6 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 May 2027
Latest MOT test
8 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

J8 GRR was last recorded at 216,290 miles on 8 May 2026, 1,935 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
214,355 miles · 9 May 2025
Between the last two tests
1,935 miles
Average per year
7,403 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 216,290 miles
  • 2025 – 214,355 miles
  • 2024 – 212,349 miles
  • 2023 – 210,204 miles
  • 2022 – 207,765 miles
  • 2021 – 204,999 miles
  • 2020 – 203,001 miles
  • 2019 – 200,183 miles
  • 2018 – 197,586 miles
  • 2017 – 193,662 miles
  • 2016 – 189,370 miles
  • 2015 – 184,630 miles
  • 2014 – 178,084 miles
  • 2013 – 171,541 miles
  • 2012 – 158,732 miles
  • 2011 – 143,734 miles
  • 2010 – 130,150 miles
  • 2009 – 116,343 miles
  • 2008 – 101,427 miles
  • 2007 – 86,152 miles
  • 2006 – 69,287 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass216,290 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisorySubframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Brake pipes corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2013

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2009

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength marked

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

30 tests since 29 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass216,290 miles (+1,935)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2027
    Odometer
    216,290 miles
    Test number
    397428361991
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisorySubframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass214,355 miles (+2,006)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2026
    Odometer
    214,355 miles
    Test number
    735284210051
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisorySubframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass212,349 miles (+8)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2025
    Odometer
    212,349 miles
    Test number
    780026663222
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

  4. Fail212,341 miles (+2,137)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    212,341 miles
    Test number
    456819628528
    • MajorOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength marked (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

  5. Pass210,204 miles (+2,439)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2024
    Odometer
    210,204 miles
    Test number
    870254919151
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  6. Pass207,765 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2023
    Odometer
    207,765 miles
    Test number
    625131914693

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail207,765 miles (+2,766)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    207,765 miles
    Test number
    207442567609
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength marked (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

  8. Pass204,999 miles (+1,998)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2022
    Odometer
    204,999 miles
    Test number
    364425801841
    • Advisory(exhaust corroded)
    • Advisory(exhaust mount corroded)
    • Advisory(handbrake travel)
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play (both) (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (both) (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  9. Pass203,001 miles (+2,818)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2021
    Odometer
    203,001 miles
    Test number
    544744304429
    • AdvisoryChassis corroded
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal rubber missing
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryHandbrake warning light on
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass200,183 miles (+14)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    200,183 miles
    Test number
    521951977446
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake warning lamp int.

  11. Fail200,169 miles (+2,583)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,169 miles
    Test number
    443888742192
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake warning lamp int.

  12. Pass197,586 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    197,586 miles
    Test number
    472589240986
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal rubber missing
    • AdvisoryHydraulic suspension assist pipes corroded

  13. Fail197,586 miles (+3,924)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,586 miles
    Test number
    872278629508
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal rubber missing
    • AdvisoryHydraulic suspension assist pipes corroded

  14. Pass193,662 miles (+4,292)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    193,662 miles
    Test number
    717452382461
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play upper and lower (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryUnderside corroded

  15. Pass189,370 miles (+11)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    189,370 miles
    Test number
    904482210947
    • AdvisoryBRAKE PIPES CORRODED
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower play at suspension ball joint
    • AdvisoryUNDERSIDE CORRODED AND FRESHLY UNDERSEALED
    • AdvisoryVARIOUS WARNING LAMPS INTERMITANTLY ILLUMINATED ON DASH
    • AdvisoryPlay at steering wheel

  16. Fail189,359 miles (+4,729)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,359 miles
    Test number
    843655726095
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryBRAKE PIPES CORRODED
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower play at suspension ball joint
    • AdvisoryUNDERSIDE CORRODED AND FRESHLY UNDERSEALED
    • AdvisoryVARIOUS WARNING LAMPS INTERMITANTLY ILLUMINATED ON DASH
    • AdvisoryPlay at steering wheel

  17. Fail184,630 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,630 miles
    Test number
    136257075020
    • Repaired at testFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

  18. Pass184,630 miles (+6,546)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    184,630 miles
    Test number
    727337675078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass178,084 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    178,084 miles
    Test number
    198569284129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail178,084 miles (+6,543)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,084 miles
    Test number
    557609984151
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  21. Pass171,541 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    171,541 miles
    Test number
    115609053185
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  22. Fail171,541 miles (+12,809)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,541 miles
    Test number
    666118253187
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  23. Pass158,732 miles (+14,998)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    158,732 miles
    Test number
    177460882126
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteExhaust system slightly deteriorated

  24. Pass143,734 miles (+13,584)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    143,734 miles
    Test number
    258311871453
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  25. Pass130,150 miles (+13,807)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    130,150 miles
    Test number
    392235670111
    • NoteP/s 0il leak

  26. Pass116,343 miles (+14,916)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    116,343 miles
    Test number
    153977179113
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  27. Pass101,427 miles (+15,275)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    101,427 miles
    Test number
    422129468138
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  28. Pass86,152 miles (+16,865)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    86,152 miles
    Test number
    642639677132
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  29. Pass69,287 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    69,287 miles
    Test number
    694180286150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail69,287 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,287 miles
    Test number
    913270986120
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Questions about J8 GRR

Does J8 GRR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J8 GRR is valid until 12 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on J8 GRR?
The MOT on J8 GRR is valid until 12 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has J8 GRR done?
J8 GRR was recorded at 216,290 miles at its MOT on 8 May 2026, an average of 7,403 miles a year.
Has J8 GRR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J8 GRR has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 10 May 2024.
Has the mileage on J8 GRR 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 J8 GRR find?
J8 GRR passed its latest MOT on 8 May 2026 with 3 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated; subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive.

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