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Land Rover Discovery

Silver · Diesel · 2005 · 2,720 cc

R16 DSMMOT history

R16 DSM is a silver diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 27 May 2005. Its MOT is valid until 11 Nov 2026 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 234,983 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Nov 2025.

R16 DSM silver 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 11 Nov 2026
Mileage
234,983 mi
At MOT on 1 Nov 2025
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
9,595 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R16 DSM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,720 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
27 May 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
1 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

R16 DSM was last recorded at 234,983 miles on 1 Nov 2025, 12,194 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
222,789 miles · 12 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
12,194 miles
Average per year
9,595 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 234,983 miles
  • 2024 – 222,789 miles
  • 2023 – 210,924 miles
  • 2022 – 209,494 miles
  • 2021 – 206,099 miles
  • 2020 – 204,655 miles
  • 2019 – 203,167 miles
  • 2018 – 201,938 miles
  • 2017 – 197,844 miles
  • 2016 – 189,612 miles
  • 2015 – 183,054 miles
  • 2014 – 175,177 miles
  • 2013 – 158,190 miles
  • 2012 – 145,250 miles
  • 2011 – 142,954 miles
  • 2010 – 96,629 miles
  • 2009 – 80,356 miles
  • 2008 – 68,432 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass234,983 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Corrosion throughout underside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Corrosion throughout underside suspension front and rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Corrosion to centre brake pipes front to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Covers obscuring much of underside preventing proper inspection of brake / fuel pipes and chassis

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside bonnet latch not closing securely

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside rear brake disc back plate insecure

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

27 tests since 23 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass234,983 miles (+12,194)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    234,983 miles
    Test number
    643997952545
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

  2. Pass222,789 miles (+11,865)3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    222,789 miles
    Test number
    519746270003
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass210,924 miles (+1,430)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    210,924 miles
    Test number
    597381934652
    • MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Left and right (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass209,494 miles (+59)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    209,494 miles
    Test number
    854368775810
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small stone chip in offside central windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All rigid pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nearside rear air suspension reservoir corroded but functional
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Fail209,435 miles (+3,336)1 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    209,435 miles
    Test number
    293313932478
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All Covered In Grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension accumulator damaged but not to excess Tank Corroded (5.3.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Sill Corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass206,099 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    206,099 miles
    Test number
    180168814069
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail206,099 miles (+1,444)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    206,099 miles
    Test number
    618669947558
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass204,655 miles (+7)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    204,655 miles
    Test number
    532479058742
    • AdvisoryCorrosion throughout underside
    • AdvisoryCorrosion throughout underside suspension front and rear
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to centre brake pipes front to rear
    • AdvisoryCovers obscuring much of underside preventing proper inspection of brake / fuel pipes and chassis
    • AdvisoryNearside bonnet latch not closing securely
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake disc back plate insecure
    • AdvisorySlight movement in front lower suspension arm rear bushes

  9. Fail204,648 miles (+1,481)3 dangerous8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,648 miles
    Test number
    518375364987
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii))
    • DangerousSuspension system inoperative (5.3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion throughout underside
    • AdvisoryCorrosion throughout underside suspension front and rear
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to centre brake pipes front to rear
    • AdvisoryCovers obscuring much of underside preventing proper inspection of brake / fuel pipes and chassis
    • AdvisoryNearside bonnet latch not closing securely
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake disc back plate insecure
    • AdvisoryNoise from offside rear parking brake assembly
    • AdvisorySlight movement in front lower suspension arm rear bushes

  10. Pass203,167 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    203,167 miles
    Test number
    341433961453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail203,167 miles (+1,229)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    203,167 miles
    Test number
    301160899074
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass201,938 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    201,938 miles
    Test number
    508558911536
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake effort was only 16% when tested
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion in various places

  13. Fail201,938 miles (+4,094)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,938 miles
    Test number
    452332724725
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake effort was only 16% when tested
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion in various places

  14. Pass197,844 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    197,844 miles
    Test number
    281537214979

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail197,841 miles (+8,229)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,841 miles
    Test number
    664327247267
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass189,612 miles (+6,558)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    189,612 miles
    Test number
    267517162306
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass183,054 miles (+7,877)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    183,054 miles
    Test number
    736270393114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass175,177 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    175,177 miles
    Test number
    295797964253
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteO/s rear inner cv gaiter leaking

  19. Fail175,174 miles (+16,984)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,174 miles
    Test number
    317347764264
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteO/s rear inner cv gaiter leaking

  20. Pass158,190 miles (+398)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    158,190 miles
    Test number
    547426973276
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  21. Fail157,792 miles (+12,542)1 dangerous1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,792 miles
    Test number
    915240573200
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Pass145,250 miles (+2,296)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    145,250 miles
    Test number
    658302792239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass142,954 miles (+46,325)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    142,954 miles
    Test number
    205316081444
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  24. Pass96,629 miles (+16,273)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    96,629 miles
    Test number
    572857770161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass80,356 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    80,356 miles
    Test number
    214317289452
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  26. Fail80,356 miles (+11,924)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,356 miles
    Test number
    632567489127
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  27. Pass68,432 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    68,432 miles
    Test number
    544365978191
    • NoteWindscreen scored slightly

Questions about R16 DSM

Does R16 DSM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R16 DSM is valid until 11 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on R16 DSM?
The MOT on R16 DSM is valid until 11 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R16 DSM done?
R16 DSM was recorded at 234,983 miles at its MOT on 1 Nov 2025, an average of 9,595 miles a year.
Has R16 DSM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R16 DSM has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on R16 DSM 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 R16 DSM find?
R16 DSM passed its latest MOT on 1 Nov 2025 with 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: nearside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 4 more.

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