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Land Rover Discovery

Green · Diesel · 1998 · 3,947 cc

S729 CUFMOT history

S729 CUF is a green diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT expired on 15 Jun 2026 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 180,917 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jun 2025.

S729 CUF green 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 15 Jun 2026
Mileage
180,917 mi
At MOT on 16 Jun 2025
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,197 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S729 CUF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
3,947 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Jun 2026
Latest MOT test
16 Jun 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S729 CUF was last recorded at 180,917 miles on 16 Jun 2025, 8,459 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Apr 2018.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
172,458 miles · 18 Apr 2018
Between the last two tests
8,459 miles
Average per year
6,197 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 180,917 miles
  • 2018 – 172,458 miles
  • 2017 – 154,505 miles
  • 2016 – 137,704 miles
  • 2015 – 122,701 miles
  • 2013 – 101,363 miles
  • 2012 – 73,421 miles
  • 2011 – 71,423 miles
  • 2010 – 70,184 miles
  • 2009 – 69,283 miles
  • 2007 – 68,532 miles
  • 2006 – 63,334 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass180,917 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear Diff seal (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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

15 tests since 26 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass180,917 miles (+8,459)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    180,917 miles
    Test number
    376589921767
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear Diff seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass172,458 miles (+17,953)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    172,458 miles
    Test number
    725819477707

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass154,505 miles (+16,801)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    154,505 miles
    Test number
    328083987673

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass137,704 miles (+15,003)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    137,704 miles
    Test number
    299687931848

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass122,701 miles (+21,338)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    122,701 miles
    Test number
    579116405185
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  6. Pass101,363 miles (+27,942)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    101,363 miles
    Test number
    127537883428
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  7. Pass73,421 miles (+11)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    73,421 miles
    Test number
    536490892026
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteVarious oil leaks
    • NoteVarious steering joint gaiters deteriorating

  8. Fail73,410 miles (+1,987)4 failures2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,410 miles
    Test number
    568551882088
    • FailureExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOffside front tyre feathering on edges
    • NoteTow bar electrics don't work
    • NoteVarious oil leaks
    • NoteVarious steering joint gaiters deteriorating

  9. Pass71,423 miles (+10)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    71,423 miles
    Test number
    806430871052
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteExhaust centre silencer baffles loose

  10. Fail71,413 miles (+1,229)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,413 miles
    Test number
    308051061004
    • FailureInner Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteExhaust centre silencer baffles loose

  11. Pass70,184 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    70,184 miles
    Test number
    162647910114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail70,176 miles (+893)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,176 miles
    Test number
    474453710153
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailurePower steering pump leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass69,283 miles (+751)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    69,283 miles
    Test number
    802593339280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass68,532 miles (+5,198)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    68,532 miles
    Test number
    201765087464
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

  15. Pass63,334 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    63,334 miles
    Test number
    112277476106
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

Questions about S729 CUF

Does S729 CUF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S729 CUF expired on 15 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S729 CUF?
The MOT on S729 CUF expired on 15 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S729 CUF done?
S729 CUF was recorded at 180,917 miles at its MOT on 16 Jun 2025, an average of 6,197 miles a year.
Has S729 CUF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S729 CUF has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Mar 2012.
Has the mileage on S729 CUF 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 S729 CUF find?
S729 CUF passed its latest MOT on 16 Jun 2025 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive rear diff seal.

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