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Land Rover Discovery

Black · Diesel · 2007 · 2,720 cc

RCP 8MOT history

RCP 8 is a black diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 30 Mar 2007. Its MOT expired on 9 Sept 2026 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 174,190 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Sept 2025.

RCP 8 black 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 9 Sept 2026
Mileage
174,190 mi
At MOT on 10 Sept 2025
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
9,082 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
RCP 8
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,720 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
30 Mar 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

RCP 8 was last recorded at 174,190 miles on 10 Sept 2025, 4,350 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jan 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
169,840 miles · 10 Jan 2024
Between the last two tests
4,350 miles
Average per year
9,082 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 174,190 miles
  • 2024 – 169,840 miles
  • 2023 – 159,360 miles
  • 2021 – 149,654 miles
  • 2020 – 140,038 miles
  • 2019 – 121,975 miles
  • 2018 – 107,503 miles
  • 2017 – 96,856 miles
  • 2016 – 89,425 miles
  • 2015 – 78,551 miles
  • 2014 – 70,184 miles
  • 2013 – 60,765 miles
  • 2012 – 51,538 miles
  • 2011 – 42,882 miles
  • 2010 – 33,275 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass174,190 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) BOTH FRONT
  • AdvisoryUNDERBODY SURFACE RUST

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.

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2024

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced full underside of vehicle, including inner and outer sills

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front and rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

23 tests since 6 Mar 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass174,190 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    174,190 miles
    Test number
    440566052945
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) BOTH FRONT
    • AdvisoryUNDERBODY SURFACE RUST

  2. Fail174,188 miles (+4,348)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,188 miles
    Test number
    270435386633
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) BOTH FRONT
    • AdvisoryUNDERBODY SURFACE RUST

  3. Pass169,840 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    169,840 miles
    Test number
    674850995706
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Fail169,836 miles (+10,476)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,836 miles
    Test number
    635881428896
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass159,360 miles (+19)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    159,360 miles
    Test number
    737428808814
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced full underside of vehicle, including inner and outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Fail159,341 miles (+9,687)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,341 miles
    Test number
    465187210013
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced full underside of vehicle, including inner and outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass149,654 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    149,654 miles
    Test number
    946780840925
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front and rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced n/s/ & o/s/ sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Fail149,654 miles (+9,616)2 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,654 miles
    Test number
    441552775523
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryElectronic parking brake defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s/f & o/s/f (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s/f & o/s/f (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front and rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced n/s/ & o/s/ sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Pass140,038 miles (+18,063)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    140,038 miles
    Test number
    998788088526
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass121,975 miles (+4)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    121,975 miles
    Test number
    469351943648
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened N/O/R LOWERS AND UPPERS (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced N/O/SILLS (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  11. Fail121,971 miles (+14,468)1 dangerous4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,971 miles
    Test number
    810287819310
    • DangerousNearside Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Rear Upper Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Brake pipe excessively corroded /OUTER (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Brake pipe excessively corroded OUTER (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened N/O/R LOWERS AND UPPERS (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced N/O/SILLS (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  12. Pass107,503 miles (+10,647)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    107,503 miles
    Test number
    398246428910
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass96,856 miles (+12)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    96,856 miles
    Test number
    656520873082
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  14. Fail96,844 miles (+7,419)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,844 miles
    Test number
    746719875075
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailurePassenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle boot (6.2.B.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  15. Pass89,425 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    89,425 miles
    Test number
    352053035826
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joints

  16. Fail89,419 miles (+10,868)1 dangerous5 failures1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,419 miles
    Test number
    746835918953
    • DangerousOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joints

  17. Fail78,551 miles1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,551 miles
    Test number
    235930595036
    • Repaired at testFront position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass78,551 miles (+8,367)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    78,551 miles
    Test number
    638950795079
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass70,184 miles (+9,419)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    70,184 miles
    Test number
    466022194008
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass60,765 miles (+9,227)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    60,765 miles
    Test number
    287019483015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass51,538 miles (+8,656)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    51,538 miles
    Test number
    668792262097
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Pass42,882 miles (+9,607)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    42,882 miles
    Test number
    917113261083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass33,275 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    33,275 miles
    Test number
    183265160491

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about RCP 8

What vehicle is registration RCP 8 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show RCP 8 on a black diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 30 Mar 2007. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does RCP 8 currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on RCP 8 expired on 9 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on RCP 8?
The MOT on RCP 8 expired on 9 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has RCP 8 done?
RCP 8 was recorded at 174,190 miles at its MOT on 10 Sept 2025, an average of 9,082 miles a year.
Has RCP 8 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. RCP 8 has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on RCP 8 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 RCP 8 find?
RCP 8 passed its latest MOT on 10 Sept 2025 with 4 advisories: front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front anti-roll bar damaged but not seriously weakened; play in steering rack inner joint(s) both front, and 1 more.

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