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Land Rover Discovery

Red · Diesel · 1998 · 2,495 cc

S48 AGTMOT history

S48 AGT is a red diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 12 Nov 2025 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 185,836 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Nov 2024.

S48 AGT red 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 12 Nov 2025
Mileage
185,836 mi
At MOT on 5 Nov 2024
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,919 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S48 AGT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
5 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

S48 AGT was last recorded at 185,836 miles on 5 Nov 2024, 29 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
185,807 miles · 4 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
29 miles
Average per year
5,919 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 185,836 miles
  • 2023 – 179,867 miles
  • 2022 – 173,159 miles
  • 2021 – 166,208 miles
  • 2020 – 160,425 miles
  • 2019 – 156,187 miles
  • 2018 – 152,804 miles
  • 2017 – 149,819 miles
  • 2016 – 145,856 miles
  • 2015 – 141,827 miles
  • 2014 – 141,421 miles
  • 2013 – 138,032 miles
  • 2012 – 133,252 miles
  • 2011 – 124,041 miles
  • 2010 – 111,894 miles
  • 2009 – 97,084 miles
  • 2008 – 91,435 miles
  • 2007 – 82,907 miles
  • 2006 – 77,761 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass185,836 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner arches both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront tyres distorting on inner edgesRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced body mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear prop bush perishedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner arch/body mount

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front swivel slightly damp

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner arch/body mount

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner arch/body mount

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

27 tests since 3 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass185,836 miles (+29)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    185,836 miles
    Test number
    188591371258
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner arches both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront tyres distorting on inner edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced body mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear prop bush perished
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))
  2. Fail185,807 miles (+5,940)2 dangerous1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,807 miles
    Test number
    653676025185
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage likely to become detached in the event of a collision inner arch (7.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner arches both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront tyres distorting on inner edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced body mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear prop bush perished
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))
  3. Pass179,867 miles (+104)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    179,867 miles
    Test number
    117863147156
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner arch/body mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front swivel slightly damp
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner arch/body mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner arch/body mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal slightly spongey
  4. Fail179,763 miles (+6,604)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,763 miles
    Test number
    545843052172
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play front (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner arch/body mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front swivel slightly damp
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner arch/body mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner arch/body mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal slightly spongey
  5. Pass173,159 miles (+6,951)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    173,159 miles
    Test number
    116232173666
    • MinorFront Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both track tod ends (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth sides inner wheel archs showing signs of corrosion
  6. Pass166,208 miles (+5,783)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    166,208 miles
    Test number
    196702857168
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front inner wheel arch liner
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  7. Pass160,425 miles (+4,238)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    160,425 miles
    Test number
    636275806650
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play front (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront swivels slightly damp
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak
    • AdvisoryUnder body showing signs of corrosion
  8. Pass156,187 miles (+3,383)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    156,187 miles
    Test number
    305352974404
    • MinorRear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated a-frame (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front inner wheel arches holed but not in a prescribed area
    • AdvisoryFront diff weeping slightly
    • AdvisoryUnder body showing signs of corrosion
  9. Pass152,804 miles (+2)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    152,804 miles
    Test number
    943262986782
    • AdvisoryFront swivels slightly damp both sides
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear lower outer panel holed but not in a prescribed area
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryAll track rod end rubbers perished slightly
    • AdvisoryBoth front inner arches holed but not in prescribed areas
  10. Fail152,802 miles (+2,983)11 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,802 miles
    Test number
    795403547712
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt missing lap belt clicker (7.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner sill holed (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner sill holed (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner sill holed (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer arch holed (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorPower steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting both sides inner lower arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt a frame ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront all track rod end rubbers perished slightly
    • AdvisoryFront both sides inner arches holed in various places but not in a prescribed area
    • AdvisoryFront both sides swivels slightly damp
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear lower outer panel holed but not in a prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  11. Pass149,819 miles (+3,963)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    149,819 miles
    Test number
    629012426682
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded both (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryBoth front to rear brake pipes and rear br4ake pipes have been clipped using cable tyres but are supported
    • AdvisoryBoth front wipes blades are split but still clear the screen
    • AdvisoryRear axle upper ball joint dust cover deteriorated
  12. Pass145,856 miles (+12)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    145,856 miles
    Test number
    561597147236
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPower steering box slight leak
    • AdvisoryUnder side showing signs of corrosion
  13. Fail145,844 miles (+4,017)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,844 miles
    Test number
    987726440009
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded foot well area (2.2.C.1h)
    • FailureRear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded both inner wheel arch area (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPower steering box slight leak
    • AdvisoryUnder side showing signs of corrosion
  14. Pass141,827 miles (+406)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    141,827 miles
    Test number
    150119184725
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear seatbelt mounts in door shuts (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear inner face (3.5.1i)
  15. Fail141,421 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,421 miles
    Test number
    397045524405
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  16. Pass141,421 miles (+3,389)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    141,421 miles
    Test number
    729095124236
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  17. Pass138,032 miles (+4,780)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    138,032 miles
    Test number
    446118123220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass133,252 miles (+9,211)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    133,252 miles
    Test number
    818547522211
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
  19. Pass124,041 miles (+12,147)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    124,041 miles
    Test number
    959813621286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass111,894 miles (+14,810)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    111,894 miles
    Test number
    890312820276
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  21. Pass97,084 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    97,084 miles
    Test number
    910886249230
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  22. Fail97,083 miles (+5,648)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,083 miles
    Test number
    692826349205
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSlight play in o/s/r shocker absorber bush
  23. Pass91,435 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    91,435 miles
    Test number
    383064858245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail91,415 miles (+8,508)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,415 miles
    Test number
    464883858280
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
  25. Pass82,907 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    82,907 miles
    Test number
    303042917234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail82,899 miles (+5,138)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,899 miles
    Test number
    753661417255
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
  27. Pass77,761 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    77,761 miles
    Test number
    664015716217
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAuxillary drive belt worn
    • NotePower steering box damp
    • NoteRear wiper rubber split

Questions about S48 AGT

Does S48 AGT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S48 AGT expired on 12 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S48 AGT?
The MOT on S48 AGT expired on 12 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S48 AGT done?
S48 AGT was recorded at 185,836 miles at its MOT on 5 Nov 2024, an average of 5,919 miles a year.
Has S48 AGT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S48 AGT has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on S48 AGT 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 S48 AGT find?
S48 AGT passed its latest MOT on 5 Nov 2024 with 6 advisories: front integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner arches both sides; front tyres distorting on inner edges; offside front integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced body mount, and 3 more.

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