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Land Rover Discovery

Blue · Diesel · 1998 · 2,495 cc

S72 HCBMOT history

S72 HCB is a blue diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 14 Dec 1998. Its MOT expired on 25 Aug 2023 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 217,064 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Aug 2022.

S72 HCB blue 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 25 Aug 2023
Mileage
217,064 mi
At MOT on 26 Aug 2022
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,973 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S72 HCB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
14 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
26 Aug 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

S72 HCB was last recorded at 217,064 miles on 26 Aug 2022, 9,031 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Aug 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
208,033 miles · 11 Aug 2021
Between the last two tests
9,031 miles
Average per year
7,973 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 217,064 miles
  • 2021 – 208,033 miles
  • 2020 – 196,739 miles
  • 2019 – 187,446 miles
  • 2018 – 177,782 miles
  • 2017 – 160,984 miles
  • 2016 – 154,898 miles
  • 2015 – 150,298 miles
  • 2014 – 145,912 miles
  • 2013 – 141,646 miles
  • 2012 – 136,413 miles
  • 2011 – 130,561 miles
  • 2010 – 122,949 miles
  • 2009 – 115,357 miles
  • 2008 – 107,920 miles
  • 2007 – 103,262 miles
  • 2006 – 92,490 miles
  • 2005 – 83,120 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass217,064 miles
  • AdvisoryDriver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
  • AdvisoryUnderneath covered in underseal

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.

  • Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion chassis leg (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to hose (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to hose (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

Full MOT history

23 tests since 7 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass217,064 miles (+9,031)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    217,064 miles
    Test number
    829731967620
    • AdvisoryDriver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryUnderneath covered in underseal

  2. Pass208,033 miles (+11,294)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    208,033 miles
    Test number
    974742834428
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. both sides (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass196,739 miles (+9,293)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    196,739 miles
    Test number
    887006306680
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChassis heavily under sealed

  4. Pass187,446 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    187,446 miles
    Test number
    569567590163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail187,446 miles (+9,664)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,446 miles
    Test number
    329321523060
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))
    • Repaired at testElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

  6. Pass177,782 miles (+16,798)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    177,782 miles
    Test number
    977512921898

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass160,984 miles (+6,086)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    160,984 miles
    Test number
    105110488404

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass154,898 miles (+97)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    154,898 miles
    Test number
    232400496891
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion chassis leg (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Fail154,801 miles (+4,503)1 dangerous2 failures1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,801 miles
    Test number
    645310975718
    • DangerousPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking pipes leaking (2.3.3b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion chassis leg (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass150,298 miles (+4,386)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    150,298 miles
    Test number
    240044566568

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass145,912 miles (+4,266)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    145,912 miles
    Test number
    349972544436
    • AdvisoryFluid suspension unit supply pipe corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

  12. Pass141,646 miles (+5,233)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    141,646 miles
    Test number
    689988143222
    • NoteNear side front half shaft oil seal leaking

  13. Pass136,413 miles (+5,852)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    136,413 miles
    Test number
    909205042241
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

  14. Pass130,561 miles (+7,612)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    130,561 miles
    Test number
    739583751253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass122,949 miles (+7,592)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    122,949 miles
    Test number
    183974550280
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteAdvise o/s/f wheel bearing slightly rough when spun.

  16. Pass115,357 miles (+7,437)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    115,357 miles
    Test number
    953444559224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass107,920 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    107,920 miles
    Test number
    323800278203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail107,920 miles (+4,658)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,920 miles
    Test number
    922110178269
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testRear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  19. Pass103,262 miles (+10,772)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    103,262 miles
    Test number
    704628147296
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Pass92,490 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    92,490 miles
    Test number
    583758896294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail92,490 miles (+490)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,490 miles
    Test number
    623958896284
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

  22. Fail92,000 miles (+8,880)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,000 miles
    Test number
    611152786203
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  23. Pass83,120 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    83,120 miles
    Test number
    142031415366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S72 HCB

Does S72 HCB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S72 HCB expired on 25 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S72 HCB?
The MOT on S72 HCB expired on 25 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S72 HCB done?
S72 HCB was recorded at 217,064 miles at its MOT on 26 Aug 2022, an average of 7,973 miles a year.
Has S72 HCB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S72 HCB has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Aug 2019.
Has the mileage on S72 HCB 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 S72 HCB find?
S72 HCB passed its latest MOT on 26 Aug 2022 with 5 advisories: driver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed; nearside track rod end ball joint has slight play; oil leak, but not excessive, and 2 more.

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