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Land Rover Discovery

Silver · Diesel · 2005 · 2,720 cc

S18 GSMMOT history

S18 GSM is a silver diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 15 Mar 2005. Its MOT is valid until 6 Feb 2027 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 266,695 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Feb 2026.

S18 GSM 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 6 Feb 2027
Mileage
266,695 mi
At MOT on 3 Feb 2026
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
12,417 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S18 GSM
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
15 Mar 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S18 GSM was last recorded at 266,695 miles on 3 Feb 2026, 16 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
266,679 miles · 27 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
16 miles
Average per year
12,417 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 266,695 miles
  • 2025 – 262,940 miles
  • 2024 – 255,900 miles
  • 2023 – 245,070 miles
  • 2022 – 239,680 miles
  • 2020 – 230,425 miles
  • 2019 – 225,002 miles
  • 2018 – 210,623 miles
  • 2017 – 192,480 miles
  • 2016 – 171,703 miles
  • 2015 – 152,119 miles
  • 2014 – 140,470 miles
  • 2013 – 128,385 miles
  • 2012 – 116,185 miles
  • 2011 – 109,044 miles
  • 2010 – 92,951 miles
  • 2009 – 73,032 miles
  • 2008 – 53,445 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass266,695 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security at body (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryUnder side is corroded.Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis from front to rear is corroded. (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Underside corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Hole at inner quarter

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

27 tests since 1 Dec 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass266,695 miles (+16)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    266,695 miles
    Test number
    972596051994
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security at body (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder side is corroded.
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis from front to rear is corroded. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail266,679 miles (+3,739)1 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    266,679 miles
    Test number
    341294212277
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorElectronic parking brake control inoperative (1.1.6 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced hole in chassis. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security at body (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder side is corroded.
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis from front to rear is corroded. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass262,940 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    262,940 miles
    Test number
    831976510354
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Hole at inner quarter
    • AdvisoryUnderside corroded

  4. Fail262,938 miles (+7,038)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    262,938 miles
    Test number
    732981977207
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Outer sill hole (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Outer sill hole (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Hole at inner quarter
    • AdvisoryUnderside corroded

  5. Pass255,900 miles (+8)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    255,900 miles
    Test number
    451467525968
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside corroded

  6. Fail255,892 miles (+10,822)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    255,892 miles
    Test number
    680522371268
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Hole (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Inner sill holed (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside corroded

  7. Pass245,070 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    245,070 miles
    Test number
    428952123303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail245,068 miles (+5,388)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    245,068 miles
    Test number
    437011112567
    • DangerousOffside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass239,680 miles (+9,255)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    239,680 miles
    Test number
    558020047735

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass230,425 miles (+5,423)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    230,425 miles
    Test number
    624568102488
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  11. Pass225,002 miles (+14,379)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    225,002 miles
    Test number
    765582247411
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  12. Pass210,623 miles (+18,143)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    210,623 miles
    Test number
    973129185274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass192,480 miles (+20,777)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    192,480 miles
    Test number
    579445067229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass171,703 miles (+1,115)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    171,703 miles
    Test number
    615287244999

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail170,588 miles (+18,469)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,588 miles
    Test number
    305648960317
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass152,119 miles (+11,649)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    152,119 miles
    Test number
    122015317723

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass140,470 miles (+12,085)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    140,470 miles
    Test number
    889177534390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass128,385 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    128,385 miles
    Test number
    879174723394
    • 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)

  19. Fail128,355 miles (+12,170)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,355 miles
    Test number
    998684323370
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)

  20. Pass116,185 miles (+7,141)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    116,185 miles
    Test number
    885382632319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass109,044 miles (+16,093)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    109,044 miles
    Test number
    369508141399
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNearside front track rod.

  22. Pass92,951 miles (+309)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    92,951 miles
    Test number
    610614850377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail92,642 miles (+19,610)2 failures1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,642 miles
    Test number
    434888140493
    • FailureFront Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  24. Pass73,032 miles (+216)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    73,032 miles
    Test number
    853460659352
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Fail72,816 miles (+19,371)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,816 miles
    Test number
    591195749387
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  26. Pass53,445 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    53,445 miles
    Test number
    434327238446

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail53,445 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,445 miles
    Test number
    134036238378
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Questions about S18 GSM

Does S18 GSM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S18 GSM is valid until 6 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on S18 GSM?
The MOT on S18 GSM is valid until 6 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S18 GSM done?
S18 GSM was recorded at 266,695 miles at its MOT on 3 Feb 2026, an average of 12,417 miles a year.
Has S18 GSM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S18 GSM has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on S18 GSM 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 S18 GSM find?
S18 GSM passed its latest MOT on 3 Feb 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside rear lower suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; offside cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security at body; offside rear lower suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened, and 2 more.

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