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Land Rover Discovery

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 2,720 cc

S20 EFOMOT history

S20 EFO is a black diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 30 Mar 2005. Its MOT expired on 5 Sept 2026 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 267,018 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Oct 2026.

S20 EFO 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 5 Sept 2026
Mileage
267,018 mi
At MOT on 19 Oct 2026
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
11,742 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S20 EFO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,720 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
30 Mar 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
19 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

S20 EFO was last recorded at 267,018 miles on 19 Oct 2026, 3,310 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
263,708 miles · 6 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
3,310 miles
Average per year
11,742 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 267,018 miles
  • 2025 – 263,708 miles
  • 2024 – 256,464 miles
  • 2023 – 247,801 miles
  • 2022 – 234,548 miles
  • 2021 – 220,497 miles
  • 2020 – 211,631 miles
  • 2019 – 202,445 miles
  • 2018 – 192,995 miles
  • 2017 – 183,983 miles
  • 2016 – 176,560 miles
  • 2015 – 169,071 miles
  • 2014 – 161,744 miles
  • 2013 – 150,858 miles
  • 2012 – 131,116 miles
  • 2011 – 111,124 miles
  • 2010 – 89,066 miles
  • 2009 – 67,239 miles
  • 2008 – 49,690 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail267,018 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Body component corroded and likely to cause injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill Inside door (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge bald. (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Both
  • AdvisoryUnder vehicle and components general corrosion.

What MOT failures 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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced door pillar

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced door pillar

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

28 tests since 16 Apr 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail267,018 miles (+3,310)1 dangerous5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    267,018 miles
    Test number
    157660444324
    • DangerousNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Body component corroded and likely to cause injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill Inside door (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge bald. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Both
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle and components general corrosion.

  2. Pass263,708 miles (+1)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    263,708 miles
    Test number
    789035661878
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced door pillar (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced door pillar (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank protection plate corroded
    • AdvisoryUnder body corroded

  3. Fail263,707 miles (+7,243)1 dangerous1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    263,707 miles
    Test number
    663870706575
    • DangerousNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced door pillar (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced door pillar (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank protection plate corroded
    • AdvisoryUnder body corroded

  4. Pass256,464 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    256,464 miles
    Test number
    128650245809

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail256,464 miles (+8,663)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    256,464 miles
    Test number
    163089829491
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

  6. Pass247,801 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    247,801 miles
    Test number
    425570604225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail247,801 miles (+13,253)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    247,801 miles
    Test number
    184063904447
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass234,548 miles (+14,051)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    234,548 miles
    Test number
    844637410869
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass220,497 miles (+8,866)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    220,497 miles
    Test number
    351789070114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass211,631 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    211,631 miles
    Test number
    509339819380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail211,631 miles (+9,186)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    211,631 miles
    Test number
    370820113713
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass202,445 miles (+9,450)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    202,445 miles
    Test number
    247484985050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass192,995 miles (+9,012)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    192,995 miles
    Test number
    821351231189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass183,983 miles (+7,423)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    183,983 miles
    Test number
    846169743608

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass176,560 miles (+7,489)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    176,560 miles
    Test number
    648318860879
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin all (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass169,071 miles (+7,327)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    169,071 miles
    Test number
    567732875086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass161,744 miles (+10,886)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    161,744 miles
    Test number
    815299964038
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  18. Pass150,858 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    150,858 miles
    Test number
    407266553103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail150,855 miles (+19,739)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,855 miles
    Test number
    288104153109
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass131,116 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2013
    Odometer
    131,116 miles
    Test number
    728389432145
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  21. Fail131,114 miles (+19,990)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,114 miles
    Test number
    157598332137
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  22. Pass111,124 miles (+321)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2012
    Odometer
    111,124 miles
    Test number
    697340141180
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  23. Fail110,803 miles (+21,737)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,803 miles
    Test number
    377323731150
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  24. Pass89,066 miles (+433)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2011
    Odometer
    89,066 miles
    Test number
    183096020142
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Fail88,633 miles (+21,394)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,633 miles
    Test number
    562218710167
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAdvise boot seats not in operation seat belts not fully tested

  26. Fail67,239 miles8 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,239 miles
    Test number
    281224419456
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  27. Pass67,239 miles (+17,549)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    67,239 miles
    Test number
    440144119112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass49,690 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    49,690 miles
    Test number
    401037308143
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Questions about S20 EFO

Does S20 EFO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S20 EFO expired on 5 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S20 EFO?
The MOT on S20 EFO expired on 5 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S20 EFO done?
S20 EFO was recorded at 267,018 miles at its MOT on 19 Oct 2026, an average of 11,742 miles a year.
Has S20 EFO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S20 EFO has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on S20 EFO 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 S20 EFO find?
S20 EFO failed its latest MOT on 19 Oct 2026 with 1 dangerous defect, 5 major defects and 3 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage fractured; nearside body component corroded and likely to cause injury; nearside rear outer integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill, and 6 more.

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