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Land Rover Discovery

Blue · Diesel · 2003 · 2,495 cc

S21 AUPMOT history

S21 AUP is a blue diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 2 Dec 2003. Its MOT is valid until 20 May 2027 and it has passed 19 of 32 MOT tests, with 158,270 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 May 2026.

S21 AUP blue 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 20 May 2027
Mileage
158,270 mi
At MOT on 20 May 2026
MOT tests
32
19 passed · 13 failed
Per year
6,446 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S21 AUP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
2 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 May 2027
Latest MOT test
20 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S21 AUP was last recorded at 158,270 miles on 20 May 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
158,270 miles · 19 May 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
6,446 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 158,270 miles
  • 2025 – 155,465 miles
  • 2024 – 154,097 miles
  • 2022 – 152,492 miles
  • 2021 – 148,871 miles
  • 2020 – 146,585 miles
  • 2019 – 142,121 miles
  • 2018 – 138,319 miles
  • 2017 – 133,339 miles
  • 2016 – 128,819 miles
  • 2015 – 122,949 miles
  • 2014 – 117,130 miles
  • 2013 – 111,412 miles
  • 2012 – 101,215 miles
  • 2011 – 98,112 miles
  • 2010 – 90,777 miles
  • 2009 – 81,040 miles
  • 2007 – 57,599 miles
  • 2006 – 32,674 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass158,270 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2015–2018

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Front radiator support corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Central Front Lower Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

32 tests since 24 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass158,270 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2027
    Odometer
    158,270 miles
    Test number
    477207289574

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail158,270 miles (+2,805)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,270 miles
    Test number
    129004462215
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass155,465 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2026
    Odometer
    155,465 miles
    Test number
    961172362654

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail155,465 miles (+1,368)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,465 miles
    Test number
    730282191874
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass154,097 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2025
    Odometer
    154,097 miles
    Test number
    649193860024
    • AdvisoryFront radiator support corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail154,096 miles (+1,604)5 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,096 miles
    Test number
    642237111470
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront radiator support corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass152,492 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    152,492 miles
    Test number
    127307811840
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail152,489 miles (+3,618)5 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,489 miles
    Test number
    139356087141
    • MajorFront Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc contaminated axle leaking (1.1.14 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wing near abs unit (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high head lamp insecure (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside steps and mountings corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front inner wing corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside steps and mountings corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChassis corroded

  9. Pass148,871 miles (+2,286)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    148,871 miles
    Test number
    297373086793
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass146,585 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    146,585 miles
    Test number
    991329602212
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail146,585 miles (+4,464)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,585 miles
    Test number
    635617071635
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass142,121 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    142,121 miles
    Test number
    310385983613

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail142,121 miles (+3,802)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,121 miles
    Test number
    468828229201
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass138,319 miles (+192)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2019
    Odometer
    138,319 miles
    Test number
    724610383802
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Fail138,127 miles (+4,788)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,127 miles
    Test number
    782275833942
    • FailureBody has a projection caused by damage rear step (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking rear of engine (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass133,339 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2018
    Odometer
    133,339 miles
    Test number
    899871253611
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear axle bump stop missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  17. Fail133,338 miles (+4,519)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,338 miles
    Test number
    489813000201
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking box (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear axle bump stop missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  18. Pass128,819 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2017
    Odometer
    128,819 miles
    Test number
    418661320593

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail128,818 miles (+5,869)6 failures1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,818 miles
    Test number
    924031953435
    • FailureFront Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureRear Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  20. Pass122,949 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    122,949 miles
    Test number
    857284815185
    • AdvisoryFront Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Fail122,949 miles (+5,819)3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,949 miles
    Test number
    495753815137
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Pass117,130 miles (+5,718)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    117,130 miles
    Test number
    777143814183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass111,412 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    111,412 miles
    Test number
    997498573054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail111,396 miles (+10,181)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,396 miles
    Test number
    488618373024
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureFront Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  25. Pass101,215 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    101,215 miles
    Test number
    517860782046
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  26. Fail101,215 miles (+3,103)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,215 miles
    Test number
    235333172014
    • FailureFront registration plate missing (6.3.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  27. Pass98,112 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    98,112 miles
    Test number
    738237141048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail98,112 miles (+7,335)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,112 miles
    Test number
    148585941078
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  29. Pass90,777 miles (+9,737)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    90,777 miles
    Test number
    844181550062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass81,040 miles (+23,441)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    81,040 miles
    Test number
    260618459023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass57,599 miles (+24,925)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    57,599 miles
    Test number
    802152437352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass32,674 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    32,674 miles
    Test number
    174518426312

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S21 AUP

Does S21 AUP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S21 AUP is valid until 20 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on S21 AUP?
The MOT on S21 AUP is valid until 20 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S21 AUP done?
S21 AUP was recorded at 158,270 miles at its MOT on 20 May 2026, an average of 6,446 miles a year.
Has S21 AUP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S21 AUP has failed 13 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 19 May 2026.
Has the mileage on S21 AUP 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 S21 AUP find?
S21 AUP passed its latest MOT on 20 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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