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Land Rover Discovery

Black · Diesel · 2006 · 2,720 cc

S23 SAHMOT history

S23 SAH is a black diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 20 Nov 2006. Its MOT is valid until 2 Dec 2026 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 302,813 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Nov 2025.

S23 SAH black 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 2 Dec 2026
Mileage
302,813 mi
At MOT on 21 Nov 2025
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
15,055 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S23 SAH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,720 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
20 Nov 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
21 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S23 SAH was last recorded at 302,813 miles on 21 Nov 2025, 14,222 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
288,591 miles · 26 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
14,222 miles
Average per year
15,055 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 302,813 miles
  • 2024 – 288,591 miles
  • 2023 – 276,534 miles
  • 2022 – 264,903 miles
  • 2021 – 251,714 miles
  • 2020 – 242,133 miles
  • 2019 – 236,364 miles
  • 2018 – 227,991 miles
  • 2017 – 214,927 miles
  • 2016 – 204,465 miles
  • 2015 – 195,103 miles
  • 2014 – 179,435 miles
  • 2013 – 157,899 miles
  • 2012 – 134,871 miles
  • 2011 – 109,220 miles
  • 2010 – 88,207 miles
  • 2009 – 62,359 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass302,813 miles
  • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2017

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

22 tests since 30 Nov 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass302,813 miles (+14,222)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    302,813 miles
    Test number
    745157843217
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  2. Pass288,591 miles (+12,057)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    288,591 miles
    Test number
    137384893358
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass276,534 miles (+11,631)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    276,534 miles
    Test number
    126959843836
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass264,903 miles (+13,189)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    264,903 miles
    Test number
    766636453440

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass251,714 miles (+9,581)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    251,714 miles
    Test number
    583653460989
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Pass242,133 miles (+5,769)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    242,133 miles
    Test number
    922068584208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass236,364 miles (+8,373)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    236,364 miles
    Test number
    772120044173
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass227,991 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    227,991 miles
    Test number
    294541786284
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail227,991 miles (+13,064)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    227,991 miles
    Test number
    248471341264
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass214,927 miles (+10,462)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    214,927 miles
    Test number
    767412588532
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Lower both stub axle bushes

  11. Pass204,465 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    204,465 miles
    Test number
    308520217888
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySLIGHT PLAY IN O/S STEERING RACK.

  12. Fail204,464 miles (+9,361)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,464 miles
    Test number
    762905061518
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySLIGHT PLAY IN O/S STEERING RACK.

  13. Pass195,103 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    195,103 miles
    Test number
    179343212475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail195,100 miles (+15,665)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,100 miles
    Test number
    232959430825
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  15. Pass179,435 miles (+21,536)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    179,435 miles
    Test number
    185257534301
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteWarning light on dash

  16. Pass157,899 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    157,899 miles
    Test number
    315155113300
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail157,897 miles (+23,026)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,897 miles
    Test number
    548685913377
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass134,871 miles (+25,651)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    134,871 miles
    Test number
    209634822390
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass109,220 miles (+21,013)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    109,220 miles
    Test number
    938607021352
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass88,207 miles (+25,848)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    88,207 miles
    Test number
    354470530333
    • NoteFront discs ridged
    • NotePlay in offside front bottom ball joint
    • NotePlay in offside rear track control arm
    • NotePlay in rear anti-roll bar bushes
    • NoteSlight play in offside rear top ball joint

  21. Pass62,359 miles (+51)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    62,359 miles
    Test number
    813565639356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail62,308 miles1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,308 miles
    Test number
    942334939329
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about S23 SAH

Does S23 SAH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S23 SAH is valid until 2 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on S23 SAH?
The MOT on S23 SAH is valid until 2 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S23 SAH done?
S23 SAH was recorded at 302,813 miles at its MOT on 21 Nov 2025, an average of 15,055 miles a year.
Has S23 SAH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S23 SAH has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Nov 2018.
Has the mileage on S23 SAH 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 S23 SAH find?
S23 SAH passed its latest MOT on 21 Nov 2025 with 2 minor defects: front headlamp lens slightly defective; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view.

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