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Land Rover Discovery

White · Diesel · 2014 · 2,993 cc

S40 BCTMOT history

S40 BCT is a white diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 7 Jan 2014. Its MOT is valid until 14 Jul 2027 and it has passed 8 of 9 MOT tests, with 96,674 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jul 2026.

S40 BCT white Land Rover Discovery – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 14 Jul 2027
Mileage
96,674 mi
At MOT on 6 Jul 2026
MOT tests
9
8 passed · 1 failed
Per year
7,897 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S40 BCT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
7 Jan 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S40 BCT was last recorded at 96,674 miles on 6 Jul 2026, 10,978 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,696 miles · 9 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
10,978 miles
Average per year
7,897 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 96,674 miles
  • 2025 – 85,696 miles
  • 2024 – 73,439 miles
  • 2023 – 64,660 miles
  • 2022 – 59,557 miles
  • 2019 – 40,592 miles
  • 2018 – 29,002 miles
  • 2016 – 21,150 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,674 miles
  • MinorElectrical wiring insulation slightly damaged or deteriorated Starter motor (4.11 (c) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear differential (8.4.1 (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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Boot borded out so unsure if 3rd row seats fitted (so not tested)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

9 tests since 12 Dec 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass96,674 miles (+10,978)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    96,674 miles
    Test number
    914488689151
    • MinorElectrical wiring insulation slightly damaged or deteriorated Starter motor (4.11 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Pass85,696 miles (+12,257)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    85,696 miles
    Test number
    458774308163
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear hydrobushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear diff slight oil leak
    • AdvisoryBoot area boarded out so 3rd row seats not seen
  3. Pass73,439 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    73,439 miles
    Test number
    638313255884
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoot borded out so unsure if 3rd row seats fitted (so not tested)
  4. Fail73,435 miles (+8,775)2 major2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,435 miles
    Test number
    695317525283
    • MajorLower Steering column universal joint has excessive wear or play notchy steering (2.2.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Prop shaft bearing housing insecure (6.1.7 (f) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoot borded out so unsure if 3rd row seats fitted (so not tested)
  5. Pass64,660 miles (+5,103)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    64,660 miles
    Test number
    273760064852

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass59,557 miles (+18,965)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    59,557 miles
    Test number
    679256482335
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass40,592 miles (+11,590)
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    40,592 miles
    Test number
    419009991295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass29,002 miles (+7,852)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    29,002 miles
    Test number
    132267587887

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass21,150 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    21,150 miles
    Test number
    465280227314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S40 BCT

Does S40 BCT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S40 BCT is valid until 14 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on S40 BCT?
The MOT on S40 BCT is valid until 14 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S40 BCT done?
S40 BCT was recorded at 96,674 miles at its MOT on 6 Jul 2026, an average of 7,897 miles a year.
Has S40 BCT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S40 BCT has failed 1 of its 9 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on S40 BCT 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 S40 BCT find?
S40 BCT passed its latest MOT on 6 Jul 2026 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: electrical wiring insulation slightly damaged or deteriorated starter motor; nearside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play, and 1 more.

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