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Land Rover Discovery

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 3,947 cc

S63 BGXMOT history

S63 BGX is a blue petrol Land Rover Discovery first used on 7 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 5 May 2027 and it has passed 11 of 19 MOT tests, with 93,566 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 May 2026.

S63 BGX 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 5 May 2027
Mileage
93,566 mi
At MOT on 6 May 2026
MOT tests
19
11 passed · 8 failed
Per year
788 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S63 BGX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,947 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
7 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 May 2027
Latest MOT test
6 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S63 BGX was last recorded at 93,566 miles on 6 May 2026, 32 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,534 miles · 1 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
32 miles
Average per year
788 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 93,566 miles
  • 2024 – 93,534 miles
  • 2022 – 93,474 miles
  • 2021 – 92,356 miles
  • 2016 – 92,184 miles
  • 2014 – 91,190 miles
  • 2013 – 91,058 miles
  • 2011 – 90,770 miles
  • 2010 – 90,090 miles
  • 2009 – 89,109 miles
  • 2008 – 85,575 miles
  • 2007 – 82,209 miles
  • 2006 – 78,007 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass93,566 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

19 tests since 28 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass93,566 miles (+32)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2027
    Odometer
    93,566 miles
    Test number
    984910974643

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail93,534 miles (+60)11 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,534 miles
    Test number
    735006540152
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake prescribed area is excessively corroded (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Oil leaking excessively from transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake prescribed area is excessively corroded (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front out rigger corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear outrigger corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front floor holed and corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  3. Fail93,474 miles (+1,118)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,474 miles
    Test number
    720398698374
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  4. Pass92,356 miles (+67)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2022
    Odometer
    92,356 miles
    Test number
    582198132474
    • AdvisoryOil leak .
    • AdvisoryPutty repair on centre exhaust .

  5. Fail92,289 miles (+105)7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,289 miles
    Test number
    358739780671
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded on rear axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill at B post (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust patched with putty
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  6. Pass92,184 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    92,184 miles
    Test number
    428213756776
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  7. Fail92,182 miles (+992)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,182 miles
    Test number
    718274974108
    • FailureNearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak at ATF Pipe
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  8. Pass91,190 miles (+132)1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    91,190 miles
    Test number
    146675934232
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBack box corroded
    • NoteEmissions took while to pass suspect lambda fault and service history
    • NoteGearbox oil cooler burst at end of test advise bad oil leak
    • NoteNearside track rod end boots worn
    • NoteOffside track rod end boots worn

  9. Fail91,058 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,058 miles
    Test number
    399214003344
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  10. Pass91,058 miles (+288)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    91,058 miles
    Test number
    818944003368
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  11. Pass90,770 miles (+680)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    90,770 miles
    Test number
    517482141216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass90,090 miles (+981)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    90,090 miles
    Test number
    922576280108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass89,109 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    89,109 miles
    Test number
    780949709296
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  14. Fail89,109 miles (+3,534)3 failures1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,109 miles
    Test number
    570009609284
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Fail85,575 miles2 repaired3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,575 miles
    Test number
    183000298184
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • Repaired at testFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteInterior mirror poor condition
    • NoteRear brake pads low

  16. Pass85,575 miles (+3,366)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    85,575 miles
    Test number
    901820798165
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteInterior mirror poor condition
    • NoteRear brake pads low

  17. Pass82,209 miles (+4,202)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    82,209 miles
    Test number
    474887507219
    • NoteSLIGHT OIL LEAK AROUND STEERING BOX
    • NoteSLIGHT P.A.S. FLUID LEAK FROM PIPE AT RESOVIOR.

  18. Pass78,007 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    78,007 miles
    Test number
    151312816237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail77,992 miles3 dangerous5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,992 miles
    Test number
    484519006258
    • DangerousFront Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • DangerousRear Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureBrake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about S63 BGX

Does S63 BGX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S63 BGX is valid until 5 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on S63 BGX?
The MOT on S63 BGX is valid until 5 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S63 BGX done?
S63 BGX was recorded at 93,566 miles at its MOT on 6 May 2026, an average of 788 miles a year.
Has S63 BGX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S63 BGX has failed 8 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on S63 BGX 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 S63 BGX find?
S63 BGX passed its latest MOT on 6 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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