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Land Rover Discovery

Red · Diesel · 1997 · 2,495 cc

R993 JDGMOT history

R993 JDG is a red diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 10 Dec 1997. Its MOT is valid until 22 Dec 2026 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 200,614 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Dec 2025.

R993 JDG red 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 22 Dec 2026
Mileage
200,614 mi
At MOT on 9 Dec 2025
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,197 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R993 JDG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
10 Dec 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
9 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

R993 JDG was last recorded at 200,614 miles on 9 Dec 2025, 1,187 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
199,427 miles · 28 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
1,187 miles
Average per year
5,197 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 200,614 miles
  • 2024 – 199,427 miles
  • 2023 – 197,826 miles
  • 2022 – 195,155 miles
  • 2021 – 190,146 miles
  • 2020 – 187,376 miles
  • 2019 – 183,609 miles
  • 2018 – 178,044 miles
  • 2017 – 173,793 miles
  • 2016 – 171,719 miles
  • 2015 – 169,413 miles
  • 2014 – 161,827 miles
  • 2013 – 153,697 miles
  • 2012 – 145,886 miles
  • 2011 – 140,629 miles
  • 2010 – 133,503 miles
  • 2009 – 125,791 miles
  • 2008 – 119,568 miles
  • 2007 – 113,152 miles
  • 2006 – 105,163 miles
  • 2005 – 96,713 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass200,614 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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2012

  • Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded

    Failure3 MOTs, 2008–2013

  • Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded

    Failure3 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

32 tests since 12 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass200,614 miles (+1,187)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    200,614 miles
    Test number
    101448708463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass199,427 miles (+1,601)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    199,427 miles
    Test number
    917203782423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass197,826 miles (+2,671)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    197,826 miles
    Test number
    566177097947
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass195,155 miles (+5,009)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    195,155 miles
    Test number
    988167716724

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass190,146 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    190,146 miles
    Test number
    230650693271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail190,146 miles (+2,770)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,146 miles
    Test number
    922887472456
    • Repaired at testCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

  7. Pass187,376 miles (+3,767)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    187,376 miles
    Test number
    781411629366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass183,609 miles (+5,565)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    183,609 miles
    Test number
    351749041871

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass178,044 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    178,044 miles
    Test number
    181289110647

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail178,044 miles (+4,251)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,044 miles
    Test number
    547097464374
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass173,793 miles (+2,074)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    173,793 miles
    Test number
    197463230023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass171,719 miles (+2,306)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    171,719 miles
    Test number
    261853986004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass169,413 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    169,413 miles
    Test number
    905597164644

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail169,411 miles (+7,584)9 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,411 miles
    Test number
    971172002483
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded rear inner wing (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill end of sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded rear inner door step (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded rear inner wing (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill end of sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureSeat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded boot floor (5.2.6)
    • FailureSubframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded rear cross member (2.4.A.3)

  15. Pass161,827 miles (+1)9 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    161,827 miles
    Test number
    406313644339
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth front tyres cracking and worn near limit on edges
    • NoteBoth rear steering ball joint boots cracking
    • NoteCrack in windscreen outside A zone
    • NoteDrivers wiper smeary
    • NoteMultiple brake pipes going rusty
    • NoteO/s/r damper top bush deteriated
    • NoteRadiator deteriated
    • NoteRear floor going rusty

  16. Fail161,826 miles (+8,129)4 failures7 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,826 miles
    Test number
    378328834389
    • FailureNearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth front tyres cracking and worn near limit on edges
    • NoteBoth rear steering ball joint boots cracking
    • NoteMultiple brake pipes going rusty
    • NoteO/s/r damper top bush deteriated
    • NoteRadiator deteriated
    • NoteRear floor going rusty

  17. Pass153,697 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    153,697 miles
    Test number
    999099933398
    • NoteBoot floor rusted

  18. Fail153,697 miles (+7,811)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,697 miles
    Test number
    545096233386
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • NoteBoot floor rusted

  19. Pass145,886 miles (+2)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    145,886 miles
    Test number
    975566252368
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteO/s/f mirror cracked

  20. Fail145,884 miles (+5,255)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,884 miles
    Test number
    875477342304
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteO/s/f mirror cracked

  21. Pass140,629 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    140,629 miles
    Test number
    918750151360
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  22. Fail140,629 miles (+7,126)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,629 miles
    Test number
    326053141328
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  23. Pass133,503 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    133,503 miles
    Test number
    573124040367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail133,503 miles (+7,712)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,503 miles
    Test number
    662364940327
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • NotePetrol pipe guard rusted broken insecure

  25. Pass125,791 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    125,791 miles
    Test number
    591489049319
    • NoteRear prop shalft couling split

  26. Fail125,791 miles (+6,223)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,791 miles
    Test number
    714338049351
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  27. Pass119,568 miles (+26)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    119,568 miles
    Test number
    610572058310
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  28. Fail119,542 miles (+6,390)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,542 miles
    Test number
    672757848345
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  29. Pass113,152 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    113,152 miles
    Test number
    841824557361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail113,152 miles (+7,989)8 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,152 miles
    Test number
    471913757301
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat (5.2.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailurePower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  31. Pass105,163 miles (+8,450)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    105,163 miles
    Test number
    531842646377
    • NoteO/s/f side light not working new bulb
    • NoteOil leak engine area

  32. Pass96,713 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    96,713 miles
    Test number
    534256845336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R993 JDG

Does R993 JDG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R993 JDG is valid until 22 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on R993 JDG?
The MOT on R993 JDG is valid until 22 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R993 JDG done?
R993 JDG was recorded at 200,614 miles at its MOT on 9 Dec 2025, an average of 5,197 miles a year.
Has R993 JDG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R993 JDG has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on R993 JDG 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 R993 JDG find?
R993 JDG passed its latest MOT on 9 Dec 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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