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Land Rover Discovery

Silver · Diesel · 1998 · 2,495 cc

S718 JVJMOT history

S718 JVJ is a silver diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 17 Oct 2026 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 180,379 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Oct 2025.

S718 JVJ silver 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 17 Oct 2026
Mileage
180,379 mi
At MOT on 18 Oct 2025
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,340 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S718 JVJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S718 JVJ was last recorded at 180,379 miles on 18 Oct 2025, 11,976 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Sept 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 18 Feb 2017: 146,368 miles, lower than 169,913 miles on 8 Feb 2016.

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
168,403 miles · 7 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
11,976 miles
Average per year
4,340 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 180,379 miles
  • 2024 – 168,403 miles
  • 2023 – 157,227 miles
  • 2019 – 155,112 miles
  • 2018 – 152,791 miles
  • 2017 – 146,368 miles
  • 2016 – 169,913 miles
  • 2014 – 136,567 miles
  • 2013 – 127,547 miles
  • 2012 – 119,163 miles
  • 2011 – 118,867 miles
  • 2010 – 115,921 miles
  • 2009 – 113,295 miles
  • 2008 – 110,238 miles
  • 2007 – 106,568 miles
  • 2006 – 95,035 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass180,379 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (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.

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2011–2018

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2018

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin unable to fully inspect (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Battery insecure

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2016

Full MOT history

25 tests since 17 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass180,379 miles (+11,976)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    180,379 miles
    Test number
    706740097855
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass168,403 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    168,403 miles
    Test number
    958244693866
    • AdvisoryOffside Front DRIVER DOOR PULL HARD TO OPEN , DOUBLE CLICK DOOR SWITCH

  3. Fail168,403 miles (+11,176)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,403 miles
    Test number
    507535367784
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low both sides (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front DRIVER DOOR PULL HARD TO OPEN , DOUBLE CLICK DOOR SWITCH

  4. Pass157,227 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    157,227 miles
    Test number
    884864938983
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorCentral Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 cracks in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail157,227 miles (+2,115)1 repaired2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,227 miles
    Test number
    145521810313
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorCentral Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 cracks in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass155,112 miles (+2,321)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    155,112 miles
    Test number
    743236202362
    • AdvisoryAdvise oil leak on engine and power steering box
    • AdvisoryFront reg plate deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads on limits

  7. Pass152,791 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    152,791 miles
    Test number
    583964177433
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin unable to fully inspect (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  8. Fail152,791 miles (+6,423)5 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,791 miles
    Test number
    957707214501
    • FailureCentral Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • FailureFront position lamp(s) not working both (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner arch (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner wheel arch (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin unable to fully inspect (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  9. Pass146,368 miles (-23,545)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    146,368 miles
    Test number
    175331058700
    • AdvisoryFront hub seals have slight fluid leak
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement all (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion on chassis and rear of cill
    • AdvisorySlight engine oil leak

  10. Pass169,913 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    169,913 miles
    Test number
    115617902983
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear bumper insecure

  11. Fail139,913 miles (+3,346)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,913 miles
    Test number
    148847769633
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear bumper insecure

  12. Pass136,567 miles (+2)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    136,567 miles
    Test number
    355287254397
    • NoteBoth rear bump stops missing.
    • NoteN/s/r passenger seat belt stalk cover missing.

  13. Fail136,565 miles (+9,018)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,565 miles
    Test number
    475096454415
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteBoth rear bump stops missing.
    • NoteN/s/r passenger seat belt stalk cover missing.

  14. Pass127,547 miles (+55)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    127,547 miles
    Test number
    768640143357
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Fail127,492 miles (+8,329)3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,492 miles
    Test number
    856266333341
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass119,163 miles (+1)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    119,163 miles
    Test number
    368413582028
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NotePower steering system has fluid contamination, but no sign of a leak
    • NoteSlight play in all steering joints

  17. Fail119,162 miles (+295)11 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,162 miles
    Test number
    147493472445
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureDirection indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NotePower steering system has fluid contamination, but no sign of a leak
    • NoteSlight play in all steering joints

  18. Pass118,867 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2012
    Odometer
    118,867 miles
    Test number
    946920731135
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

  19. Fail118,867 miles (+2,946)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,867 miles
    Test number
    939546021140
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

  20. Pass115,921 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2011
    Odometer
    115,921 miles
    Test number
    850010340159
    • NoteSteering box has slight leak

  21. Fail115,921 miles (+2,626)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,921 miles
    Test number
    963298130180
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body has a projection caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)
    • NoteSteering box has slight leak

  22. Pass113,295 miles (+3,057)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    113,295 miles
    Test number
    752965879053
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  23. Pass110,238 miles (+3,670)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    110,238 miles
    Test number
    971739248006
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  24. Pass106,568 miles (+11,533)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    106,568 miles
    Test number
    803032657033
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  25. Pass95,035 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    95,035 miles
    Test number
    222698146059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S718 JVJ

Does S718 JVJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S718 JVJ expired on 17 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S718 JVJ?
The MOT on S718 JVJ expired on 17 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S718 JVJ done?
S718 JVJ was recorded at 180,379 miles at its MOT on 18 Oct 2025, an average of 4,340 miles a year.
Has S718 JVJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S718 JVJ has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on S718 JVJ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 18 Feb 2017. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S718 JVJ find?
S718 JVJ passed its latest MOT on 18 Oct 2025 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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