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Land Rover Discovery

Green · Diesel · 2002 · 2,495 cc

M40 ATVMOT history

M40 ATV is a green diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 30 Jan 2002. Its MOT is valid until 9 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 177,696 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jul 2026.

M40 ATV green 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 9 Jul 2027
Mileage
177,696 mi
At MOT on 10 Jul 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,721 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M40 ATV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
30 Jan 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

M40 ATV was last recorded at 177,696 miles on 10 Jul 2026, 2,445 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
175,251 miles · 10 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
2,445 miles
Average per year
6,721 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 177,696 miles
  • 2025 – 175,251 miles
  • 2024 – 163,992 miles
  • 2023 – 162,142 miles
  • 2022 – 160,064 miles
  • 2021 – 157,150 miles
  • 2020 – 155,272 miles
  • 2019 – 151,622 miles
  • 2018 – 147,278 miles
  • 2017 – 140,338 miles
  • 2016 – 132,329 miles
  • 2015 – 130,276 miles
  • 2014 – 123,039 miles
  • 2013 – 96,797 miles
  • 2012 – 88,600 miles
  • 2011 – 82,677 miles
  • 2010 – 76,117 miles
  • 2009 – 65,799 miles
  • 2008 – 49,992 miles
  • 2007 – 47,198 miles
  • 2006 – 40,474 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass177,696 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear bumper broken but not likely to cause injury
  • AdvisoryRear bumper lights insecure but not likely to become detached
  • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer missingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (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.

  • Steering column top bearing slightly worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Fuel Pipe/s corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

28 tests since 8 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass177,696 miles (+2,445)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    177,696 miles
    Test number
    961480073769
    • MinorOffside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear bumper broken but not likely to cause injury
    • AdvisoryRear bumper lights insecure but not likely to become detached
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer missing
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  2. Pass175,251 miles (+67)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    175,251 miles
    Test number
    564729406863
    • MinorCentral Front Upper Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake hose adrift
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake hose adrift
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer missing
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  3. Fail175,184 miles (+11,192)2 dangerous9 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,184 miles
    Test number
    600861882621
    • DangerousNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt ball joint (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt steering arm from steering box (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt ball joint (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault SRS light on (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake flexis adrift
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases downpipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive shaft seal weaping (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering box (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRearbox missing
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  4. Pass163,992 miles (+1,850)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    163,992 miles
    Test number
    503211124272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass162,142 miles (+2,078)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    162,142 miles
    Test number
    487014022587
    • AdvisorySmall amount of play in steering wheel top bush

  6. Pass160,064 miles (+2,914)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    160,064 miles
    Test number
    599080572667
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass157,150 miles (+14)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    157,150 miles
    Test number
    990280746135
    • AdvisoryOffside Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail157,136 miles (+1,864)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,136 miles
    Test number
    379190674459
    • MajorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt all marked in yellow chalk (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt marked in yellow chalk (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt all marked in yellow chalk (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt marked in yellow chalk (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush marked in yellow chalk (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt marked in yellow chalk (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush marked in yellow chalk (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass155,272 miles (+3,650)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    155,272 miles
    Test number
    224058236055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass151,622 miles (+4,344)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    151,622 miles
    Test number
    792964062395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass147,278 miles (+6,940)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    147,278 miles
    Test number
    529082547295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass140,338 miles (+8,009)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    140,338 miles
    Test number
    811363736482
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.3.3b)

  13. Pass132,329 miles (+2,053)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    132,329 miles
    Test number
    543103416917
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  14. Pass130,276 miles (+7,237)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    130,276 miles
    Test number
    307582815100
    • NoteOff side front roll bar arm bush slightly worn

  15. Pass123,039 miles (+57)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    123,039 miles
    Test number
    319623064006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail122,982 miles (+26,185)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,982 miles
    Test number
    839690464061
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureRear Fluid suspension pipe leaking (2.4.D.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass96,797 miles (+6)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    96,797 miles
    Test number
    856960663030
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • NoteA,C.E.pipes corroded
    • NoteOffside rear suspension bump stop missing

  18. Fail96,791 miles (+625)6 failures5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,791 miles
    Test number
    325636553044
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Radius arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • NoteA,C.E.pipes corroded
    • NoteOffside rear suspension bump stop missing

  19. Fail96,166 miles (+7,566)9 failures2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,166 miles
    Test number
    966890043034
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Trailing arm synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Trailing arm synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteAir suspension pipes corroded
    • NoteFront diff oil leak
    • NoteOS windscreen washer jet blocked
    • NoteRear seatbelts not tested

  20. Pass88,600 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    88,600 miles
    Test number
    246369652054
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteBoth wiper blades slightly deteriated

  21. Fail88,600 miles (+5,923)2 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,600 miles
    Test number
    407799652025
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteBoth wiper blades slightly deteriated

  22. Pass82,677 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    82,677 miles
    Test number
    766754051081
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  23. Fail82,673 miles (+6,556)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,673 miles
    Test number
    655224951005
    • FailureNearside Front Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass76,117 miles (+10,318)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    76,117 miles
    Test number
    604446350079
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • 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 Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOffside front bumper damaged
    • NoteOffside front fog lamp lense cracked

  25. Pass65,799 miles (+15,807)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    65,799 miles
    Test number
    660090659074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass49,992 miles (+2,794)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    49,992 miles
    Test number
    183459548409

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass47,198 miles (+6,724)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    47,198 miles
    Test number
    120314647455

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass40,474 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    40,474 miles
    Test number
    873919036013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about M40 ATV

Does M40 ATV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on M40 ATV is valid until 9 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on M40 ATV?
The MOT on M40 ATV is valid until 9 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has M40 ATV done?
M40 ATV was recorded at 177,696 miles at its MOT on 10 Jul 2026, an average of 6,721 miles a year.
Has M40 ATV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M40 ATV has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on M40 ATV 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 M40 ATV find?
M40 ATV passed its latest MOT on 10 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: offside rear direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light; exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration; oil leak, but not excessive, and 4 more.

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