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Land Rover Discovery

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 2,720 cc

L16 SJEMOT history

L16 SJE is a grey diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 10 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 18 Feb 2027 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 261,661 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Feb 2026.

L16 SJE 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 18 Feb 2027
Mileage
261,661 mi
At MOT on 14 Feb 2026
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
10,618 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L16 SJE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,720 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
10 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L16 SJE was last recorded at 261,661 miles on 14 Feb 2026, 7,657 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
254,004 miles · 29 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
7,657 miles
Average per year
10,618 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 261,661 miles
  • 2025 – 254,004 miles
  • 2024 – 247,355 miles
  • 2023 – 240,261 miles
  • 2022 – 233,788 miles
  • 2021 – 226,814 miles
  • 2020 – 219,247 miles
  • 2019 – 205,984 miles
  • 2018 – 193,837 miles
  • 2017 – 182,778 miles
  • 2016 – 169,986 miles
  • 2014 – 167,467 miles
  • 2013 – 147,065 miles
  • 2012 – 124,088 miles
  • 2011 – 101,795 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass261,661 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn tie rod (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (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 Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

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

    Minor3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside & centre rear seatbelt clasp covers missing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2025

Full MOT history

19 tests since 25 Jan 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass261,661 miles (+7,657)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    261,661 miles
    Test number
    157489589332
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn tie rod (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass254,004 miles (+6,649)2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    254,004 miles
    Test number
    226495518543
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn tie rod (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass247,355 miles (+7,094)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    247,355 miles
    Test number
    112321774477
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover, undertrays & plastic sills fitted obscuring view

  4. Pass240,261 miles (+114)2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    240,261 miles
    Test number
    431847745731
    • MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive Slight transmission oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated Not functioning (3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre tread on 2.8mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

  5. Fail240,147 miles (+6,359)1 major2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    240,147 miles
    Test number
    247451823718
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive Slight transmission oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated Not functioning (3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre tread on 2.8mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

  6. Pass233,788 miles (+6,974)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    233,788 miles
    Test number
    268485538689
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear & centre seat belt clasp covers missing

  7. Pass226,814 miles (+7,567)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    226,814 miles
    Test number
    321994507529
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover, undertrays & plastic sills fitted obscuring view
    • AdvisoryOffside & centre rear seatbelt clasp covers missing

  8. Pass219,247 miles (+13,263)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    219,247 miles
    Test number
    584161513729
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear & centre seatbelt clasp covers missing

  9. Pass205,984 miles (+12,147)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    205,984 miles
    Test number
    538952613282
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover, undertray & plastic sills fitted obscuring view
    • AdvisoryOffside rear & centre rear seatbelt clasps damaged

  10. Pass193,837 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    193,837 miles
    Test number
    108949650644
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre heavily worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryEngine covers, undertrays & plastic sills fitted obscuring view
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on edges
    • AdvisoryOffside & centre rear seatbelt clasp covers missing

  11. Fail193,837 miles (+11,059)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,837 miles
    Test number
    582764869850
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre heavily worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryEngine covers, undertrays & plastic sills fitted obscuring view
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on edges
    • AdvisoryOffside & centre rear seatbelt clasp covers missing

  12. Pass182,778 miles (+12,792)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    182,778 miles
    Test number
    202375508835
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear seat belt clasp damaged
    • AdvisoryUnder trays,engine covers fitted

  13. Pass169,986 miles (+2,519)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    169,986 miles
    Test number
    516620321059
    • AdvisoryEngine covers, undertrays & plastic sills fitted.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre outer sidewall damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seatbelt clasp damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit On legal limit, recommend replacement ASAP (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass167,467 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    167,467 miles
    Test number
    805391614342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail167,466 miles (+20,401)9 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,466 miles
    Test number
    799764504348
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteRear brake pads wearing thin

  16. Pass147,065 miles (+22,977)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    147,065 miles
    Test number
    987508993042
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • 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 Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass124,088 miles (+22,293)1 dangerous2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    124,088 miles
    Test number
    359080602113
    • DangerousFront tyres 1.6mm limit
    • NoteFront discs and pads worn
    • NoteRear discs and pads worn

  18. Fail101,795 miles4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,795 miles
    Test number
    659415821021
    • Repaired at testFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass101,795 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    101,795 miles
    Test number
    739235821024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L16 SJE

Does L16 SJE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L16 SJE is valid until 18 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on L16 SJE?
The MOT on L16 SJE is valid until 18 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L16 SJE done?
L16 SJE was recorded at 261,661 miles at its MOT on 14 Feb 2026, an average of 10,618 miles a year.
Has L16 SJE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L16 SJE has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on L16 SJE 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 L16 SJE find?
L16 SJE passed its latest MOT on 14 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 10 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; central rear seat belt buckle slightly damaged; nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play, and 8 more.

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