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Land Rover Discovery

Silver · Diesel · 2003 · 2,495 cc

S40 GAOMOT history

S40 GAO is a silver diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 31 Mar 2003. Its MOT is valid until 25 Feb 2027 and it has passed 21 of 25 MOT tests, with 136,443 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Feb 2026.

S40 GAO 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 25 Feb 2027
Mileage
136,443 mi
At MOT on 26 Feb 2026
MOT tests
25
21 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,927 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S40 GAO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
31 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S40 GAO was last recorded at 136,443 miles on 26 Feb 2026, 9,412 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
127,031 miles · 26 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
9,412 miles
Average per year
5,927 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 136,443 miles
  • 2025 – 127,031 miles
  • 2024 – 112,459 miles
  • 2023 – 108,722 miles
  • 2022 – 104,163 miles
  • 2021 – 93,925 miles
  • 2020 – 84,168 miles
  • 2019 – 72,842 miles
  • 2018 – 69,540 miles
  • 2017 – 59,488 miles
  • 2016 – 49,972 miles
  • 2015 – 48,176 miles
  • 2014 – 46,168 miles
  • 2013 – 43,455 miles
  • 2012 – 40,686 miles
  • 2011 – 38,157 miles
  • 2010 – 34,126 miles
  • 2009 – 31,384 miles
  • 2008 – 27,658 miles
  • 2007 – 23,614 miles
  • 2006 – 18,330 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass136,443 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play upper and lower

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Exhaust rusty

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Centre stop light not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass136,443 miles (+9,412)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    136,443 miles
    Test number
    937821032861
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  2. Pass127,031 miles (+360)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    127,031 miles
    Test number
    818834999863

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail126,671 miles (+14,212)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,671 miles
    Test number
    317017303614
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

  4. Pass112,459 miles (+3,737)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    112,459 miles
    Test number
    956056317259
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Slight Engine Oil Leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass108,722 miles (+4,559)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    108,722 miles
    Test number
    109285903290
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass104,163 miles (+10,238)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    104,163 miles
    Test number
    946058386245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass93,925 miles (+9,757)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    93,925 miles
    Test number
    167069219313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass84,168 miles (+11,326)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    84,168 miles
    Test number
    164656100472

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass72,842 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    72,842 miles
    Test number
    786434085728
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play upper and lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both front (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust rusty

  10. Fail72,840 miles (+3,300)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,840 miles
    Test number
    605591827993
    • DangerousFuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire fuel filter (6.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded brake pipe to flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play upper and lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both front (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust rusty

  11. Pass69,540 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    69,540 miles
    Test number
    253561905998
    • AdvisoryCentre stop light not working
    • AdvisorySome damage to o/s/r fog and reverse light

  12. Fail69,538 miles (+10,050)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,538 miles
    Test number
    880479419840
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentre stop light not working
    • AdvisorySome damage to o/s/r fog and reverse light

  13. Pass59,488 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    59,488 miles
    Test number
    927780224269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail59,488 miles (+9,516)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,488 miles
    Test number
    164010336002
    • FailureFuel system component leaking valve at offside rear upper of engine (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

  15. Pass49,972 miles (+1,796)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    49,972 miles
    Test number
    445987008645

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass48,176 miles (+2,008)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    48,176 miles
    Test number
    179992385025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass46,168 miles (+2,713)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    46,168 miles
    Test number
    817272474048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass43,455 miles (+2,769)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    43,455 miles
    Test number
    137869573445
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass40,686 miles (+2,529)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    40,686 miles
    Test number
    358843582035
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass38,157 miles (+4,031)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    38,157 miles
    Test number
    469662381016
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  21. Pass34,126 miles (+2,742)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    34,126 miles
    Test number
    112280870476
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear wiper blade scorn rear screen

  22. Pass31,384 miles (+3,726)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    31,384 miles
    Test number
    640595689077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass27,658 miles (+4,044)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    27,658 miles
    Test number
    112988888490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass23,614 miles (+5,284)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    23,614 miles
    Test number
    213395997084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass18,330 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    18,330 miles
    Test number
    470823186085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S40 GAO

Does S40 GAO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S40 GAO is valid until 25 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on S40 GAO?
The MOT on S40 GAO is valid until 25 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S40 GAO done?
S40 GAO was recorded at 136,443 miles at its MOT on 26 Feb 2026, an average of 5,927 miles a year.
Has S40 GAO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S40 GAO has failed 4 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on S40 GAO 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 GAO find?
S40 GAO passed its latest MOT on 26 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated.

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