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Land Rover Discovery

Gold · Diesel · 1998 · 2,495 cc

R798 XAWMOT history

R798 XAW is a gold diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 10 Jul 1998. Its MOT expired on 12 Jun 2025 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 70,995 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jun 2024.

R798 XAW gold Land Rover Discovery – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Land Rover Discovery, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 12 Jun 2025
Mileage
70,995 mi
At MOT on 13 Jun 2024
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
656 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R798 XAW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Gold
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
10 Jul 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Jun 2025
Latest MOT test
13 Jun 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

R798 XAW was last recorded at 70,995 miles on 13 Jun 2024, 16 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Dec 2018.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
70,979 miles · 6 Dec 2018
Between the last two tests
16 miles
Average per year
656 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 70,995 miles
  • 2018 – 70,979 miles
  • 2017 – 70,015 miles
  • 2016 – 68,954 miles
  • 2015 – 68,221 miles
  • 2014 – 67,968 miles
  • 2013 – 66,578 miles
  • 2012 – 65,082 miles
  • 2011 – 64,263 miles
  • 2010 – 63,096 miles
  • 2009 – 61,808 miles
  • 2008 – 60,969 miles
  • 2007 – 60,086 miles
  • 2006 – 59,181 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass70,995 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2010

Full MOT history

18 tests since 6 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass70,995 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    70,995 miles
    Test number
    975374564161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail70,979 miles (+964)3 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,979 miles
    Test number
    849574399215
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit plate value 1.68 (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced A pillar (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced passenger door area adjacent to sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced passenger door area adjacent to sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front axle oil seal weeping
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced passenger door area wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel filler pipe perishing

  3. Pass70,015 miles (+1,061)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    70,015 miles
    Test number
    846832188716
    • AdvisoryLens N/S/R light getting poor
    • AdvisorySurface rust starting on metal brake pipes

  4. Pass68,954 miles (+733)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    68,954 miles
    Test number
    801283017345
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front swivel housing moist
    • AdvisoryOffside Front swivel housing moist

  5. Pass68,221 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    68,221 miles
    Test number
    875817256544
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  6. Fail68,221 miles (+253)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,221 miles
    Test number
    232870359917
    • FailureNearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings middle (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  7. Pass67,968 miles (+1,390)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    67,968 miles
    Test number
    689722544388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass66,578 miles (+1,496)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    66,578 miles
    Test number
    576445443369
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  9. Pass65,082 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    65,082 miles
    Test number
    529133242162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail65,080 miles (+817)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,080 miles
    Test number
    515793242136
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

  11. Pass64,263 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    64,263 miles
    Test number
    155781551138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail64,263 miles (+1,167)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,263 miles
    Test number
    277401951424
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  13. Pass63,096 miles (+1,288)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    63,096 miles
    Test number
    431052150159
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • 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)

  14. Pass61,808 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    61,808 miles
    Test number
    132494359109
    • NoteFront reg plate starting to fade

  15. Fail61,808 miles (+839)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,808 miles
    Test number
    950734259118
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteFront reg plate starting to fade

  16. Pass60,969 miles (+883)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    60,969 miles
    Test number
    171640058190
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  17. Pass60,086 miles (+905)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    60,086 miles
    Test number
    774375957103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass59,181 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    59,181 miles
    Test number
    460697156181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R798 XAW

Does R798 XAW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R798 XAW expired on 12 Jun 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R798 XAW?
The MOT on R798 XAW expired on 12 Jun 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has R798 XAW done?
R798 XAW was recorded at 70,995 miles at its MOT on 13 Jun 2024, an average of 656 miles a year.
Has R798 XAW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R798 XAW has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Dec 2018.
Has the mileage on R798 XAW 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 R798 XAW find?
R798 XAW passed its latest MOT on 13 Jun 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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