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Land Rover Discovery

Red · Diesel · 1998 · 2,495 cc

S68 FVCMOT history

S68 FVC is a red diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 18 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 26 Mar 2027 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 145,811 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Mar 2026.

S68 FVC red 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 26 Mar 2027
Mileage
145,811 mi
At MOT on 27 Mar 2026
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,255 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S68 FVC
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
18 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S68 FVC was last recorded at 145,811 miles on 27 Mar 2026, 682 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Feb 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 20 Mar 2015: 12,153 miles, lower than 117,043 miles on 12 Mar 2014.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
145,129 miles · 23 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
682 miles
Average per year
3,255 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 145,811 miles
  • 2022 – 145,129 miles
  • 2021 – 142,210 miles
  • 2020 – 139,288 miles
  • 2019 – 135,799 miles
  • 2018 – 131,515 miles
  • 2017 – 128,187 miles
  • 2016 – 123,858 miles
  • 2015 – 12,153 miles
  • 2014 – 117,043 miles
  • 2013 – 112,664 miles
  • 2012 – 107,580 miles
  • 2011 – 103,167 miles
  • 2010 – 97,907 miles
  • 2009 – 93,388 miles
  • 2008 – 88,640 miles
  • 2007 – 83,869 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass145,811 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside sill towards back corroding
  • AdvisoryOffside Front body support corroding
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear body mount corroding
  • AdvisoryFuel filler pipe cracking

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear under side of vehicle corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Steering box has seepage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

27 tests since 16 Mar 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass145,811 miles (+682)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    145,811 miles
    Test number
    240646416926
    • AdvisoryNearside sill towards back corroding
    • AdvisoryOffside Front body support corroding
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear body mount corroding
    • AdvisoryFuel filler pipe cracking

  2. Pass145,129 miles (+20)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    145,129 miles
    Test number
    770811565484
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear under side of vehicle corroded
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  3. Fail145,109 miles (+2,899)6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,109 miles
    Test number
    313563946927
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting X2 (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting inner sill X2 (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear under side of vehicle corroded
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  4. Pass142,210 miles (+11)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    142,210 miles
    Test number
    425110249914
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive steering box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder side of car corroded

  5. Fail142,199 miles (+2,911)7 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,199 miles
    Test number
    839264666194
    • 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 Inner Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting arch (6.2.2 (d) (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 Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt back (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting acrh (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive steering box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder side of car corroded

  6. Pass139,288 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    139,288 miles
    Test number
    453899691950
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryMost body mounts corroded
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak

  7. Fail139,288 miles (+3,489)4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,288 miles
    Test number
    545913966167
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced body mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Body panel insecure door panel (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced body mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryMost body mounts corroded
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak

  8. Pass135,799 miles (+12)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    135,799 miles
    Test number
    164607200145
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting repair covered in underseal both sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  9. Fail135,787 miles (+4,272)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,787 miles
    Test number
    442832245295
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting repair covered in underseal both sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  10. Pass131,515 miles (+32)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    131,515 miles
    Test number
    529733014840
    • AdvisoryO/s and n/s outer sills have been repaired and under sealed
    • AdvisoryO/s and n/s rear metal brake pipes have been greased

  11. Fail131,483 miles (+3,296)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,483 miles
    Test number
    988771608327
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryO/s and n/s outer sills have been repaired and under sealed
    • AdvisoryO/s and n/s rear metal brake pipes have been greased

  12. Pass128,187 miles (+16)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    128,187 miles
    Test number
    508092077017
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Fail128,171 miles (+4,313)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,171 miles
    Test number
    550453368421
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureSteering box has a significant oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass123,858 miles (+111,705)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    123,858 miles
    Test number
    745723378642
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes greased up
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryOutter sills deteriorarting

  15. Pass12,153 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    12,153 miles
    Test number
    127149875084
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteOuter sills starting to deteriorate
    • NoteSome metal brake pipes have been greased

  16. Fail12,153 miles (-104,890)1 repaired1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,153 miles
    Test number
    729249875014
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteOuter sills starting to deteriorate
    • NoteSome metal brake pipes have been greased

  17. Pass117,043 miles (+29)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    117,043 miles
    Test number
    127581974477
    • NoteBoth front inner wheel arches corroded

  18. Fail117,014 miles (+4,350)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,014 miles
    Test number
    829936064030
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • NoteBoth front inner wheel arches corroded

  19. Pass112,664 miles (+5,084)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    112,664 miles
    Test number
    329848573027
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  20. Pass107,580 miles (+4,413)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    107,580 miles
    Test number
    186500582074
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Pass103,167 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    103,167 miles
    Test number
    367895071064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail103,165 miles (+5,258)9 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,165 miles
    Test number
    728143271043
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailurePower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

  23. Pass97,907 miles (+4,519)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    97,907 miles
    Test number
    322556970067
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  24. Pass93,388 miles (+4,748)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    93,388 miles
    Test number
    864374489076
    • NoteSteering drop arm joint has slight play

  25. Pass88,640 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    88,640 miles
    Test number
    352598288033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail88,629 miles (+4,760)4 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,629 miles
    Test number
    610968078045
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak

  27. Pass83,869 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    83,869 miles
    Test number
    921135077083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S68 FVC

Does S68 FVC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S68 FVC is valid until 26 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on S68 FVC?
The MOT on S68 FVC is valid until 26 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S68 FVC done?
S68 FVC was recorded at 145,811 miles at its MOT on 27 Mar 2026, an average of 3,255 miles a year.
Has S68 FVC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S68 FVC has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on S68 FVC ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 20 Mar 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S68 FVC find?
S68 FVC passed its latest MOT on 27 Mar 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside sill towards back corroding; offside front body support corroding; offside rear body mount corroding, and 1 more.

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