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Land Rover Discovery

Blue · Diesel · 2003 · 2,495 cc

S50 RDWMOT history

S50 RDW is a blue diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 31 Oct 2003. Its MOT is valid until 23 Apr 2027 and it has passed 19 of 31 MOT tests, with 149,719 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Apr 2026.

S50 RDW 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 23 Apr 2027
Mileage
149,719 mi
At MOT on 24 Apr 2026
MOT tests
31
19 passed · 12 failed
Per year
4,700 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S50 RDW
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
31 Oct 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S50 RDW was last recorded at 149,719 miles on 24 Apr 2026, 18 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
149,701 miles · 16 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
18 miles
Average per year
4,700 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 149,719 miles
  • 2024 – 148,550 miles
  • 2023 – 147,713 miles
  • 2022 – 146,821 miles
  • 2021 – 145,228 miles
  • 2020 – 144,909 miles
  • 2019 – 144,105 miles
  • 2018 – 142,956 miles
  • 2017 – 142,009 miles
  • 2016 – 140,684 miles
  • 2015 – 138,764 miles
  • 2014 – 125,404 miles
  • 2013 – 115,995 miles
  • 2011 – 105,945 miles
  • 2010 – 99,287 miles
  • 2009 – 94,295 miles
  • 2008 – 77,990 miles
  • 2007 – 63,026 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass149,719 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Fluid leak, but not excessive differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front coil spring corroded both of (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

31 tests since 22 Oct 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass149,719 miles (+18)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    149,719 miles
    Test number
    781188845275
    • AdvisoryFront Fluid leak, but not excessive differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail149,701 miles (+1,151)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,701 miles
    Test number
    118919948563
    • MajorNearside Front Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting bulkhead (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting bulkhead (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Fluid leak, but not excessive differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass148,550 miles (+837)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    148,550 miles
    Test number
    235994893141
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced various areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass147,713 miles (+19)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    147,713 miles
    Test number
    598801729270
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Fail147,694 miles (+873)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,694 miles
    Test number
    857796871756
    • MajorNearside Rear Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass146,821 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    146,821 miles
    Test number
    588066352524

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail146,809 miles (+1,581)1 dangerous5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,809 miles
    Test number
    705053406039
    • DangerousNearside Rear Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the cab is impaired outrigger (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength upper shock mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength upper shock mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  8. Pass145,228 miles (+319)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    145,228 miles
    Test number
    637516683267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass144,909 miles (+804)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    144,909 miles
    Test number
    257790611727

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass144,105 miles (+1,149)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    144,105 miles
    Test number
    599804542596

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass142,956 miles (+947)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    142,956 miles
    Test number
    340540852968

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass142,009 miles (+3)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    142,009 miles
    Test number
    610439054169
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded both of (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded both of (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both of (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryAll brake hoses deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFuel pipes corroded

  13. Fail142,006 miles (+1,322)3 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,006 miles
    Test number
    288326496457
    • FailureNearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded both of (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded both of (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both of (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryAll brake hoses deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFuel pipes corroded

  14. Pass140,684 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    140,684 miles
    Test number
    652205285649

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail140,684 miles (+1,920)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,684 miles
    Test number
    299363336992
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  16. Pass138,764 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    138,764 miles
    Test number
    299216318779
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Fail138,763 miles (+2,502)9 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,763 miles
    Test number
    524269603128
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureNearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Pass136,261 miles3 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    136,261 miles
    Test number
    147739925405
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryLower Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBolts missing and loose from gearbox support bar
    • NoteBoth sides rear chassis has heavy rust
    • NoteRear diff leaking oil

  19. Fail136,261 miles (+10,857)2 repaired3 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,261 miles
    Test number
    856639025040
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryLower Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBolts missing and loose from gearbox support bar
    • NoteBoth sides rear chassis has heavy rust
    • NoteRear diff leaking oil

  20. Pass125,404 miles (+24)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    125,404 miles
    Test number
    656794124097
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NotePassenger seat(s) missing at time of test

  21. Fail125,380 miles (+9,385)5 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,380 miles
    Test number
    156032924426
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NotePassenger seat(s) missing at time of test

  22. Pass115,995 miles (+62)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    115,995 miles
    Test number
    185902613449
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNsf tyre lumpy on inner tread /tyre pressures appear low

  23. Fail115,933 miles (+9,988)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,933 miles
    Test number
    178184703045
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNsf tyre lumpy on inner tread /tyre pressures appear low

  24. Pass105,945 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    105,945 miles
    Test number
    285529741335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail105,945 miles (+6,658)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,945 miles
    Test number
    797199641302
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  26. Pass99,287 miles (+4,992)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    99,287 miles
    Test number
    684263430390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass94,295 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    94,295 miles
    Test number
    300147209372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail94,295 miles (+16,305)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,295 miles
    Test number
    142962409399
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  29. Pass77,990 miles (+14,964)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    77,990 miles
    Test number
    981602908375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass63,026 miles (+283)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    63,026 miles
    Test number
    424734707307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail62,743 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,743 miles
    Test number
    112055597276
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Questions about S50 RDW

Does S50 RDW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S50 RDW is valid until 23 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on S50 RDW?
The MOT on S50 RDW is valid until 23 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S50 RDW done?
S50 RDW was recorded at 149,719 miles at its MOT on 24 Apr 2026, an average of 4,700 miles a year.
Has S50 RDW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S50 RDW has failed 12 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on S50 RDW 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 S50 RDW find?
S50 RDW passed its latest MOT on 24 Apr 2026 with 4 advisories: front fluid leak, but not excessive differential; nearside front upper suspension arm ball joint has slight play; offside front brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule, and 1 more.

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