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Land Rover Discovery

Blue · Diesel · 1998 · 2,495 cc

S731 ORVMOT history

S731 ORV is a blue diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 3 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 170,381 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Mar 2026.

S731 ORV 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 3 Apr 2027
Mileage
170,381 mi
At MOT on 24 Mar 2026
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,319 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S731 ORV
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
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S731 ORV was last recorded at 170,381 miles on 24 Mar 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
170,381 miles · 16 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,319 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 170,381 miles
  • 2025 – 164,611 miles
  • 2024 – 159,645 miles
  • 2023 – 156,697 miles
  • 2022 – 151,743 miles
  • 2021 – 147,186 miles
  • 2020 – 143,700 miles
  • 2019 – 138,528 miles
  • 2018 – 134,111 miles
  • 2017 – 130,025 miles
  • 2016 – 122,356 miles
  • 2015 – 116,909 miles
  • 2014 – 112,818 miles
  • 2013 – 110,097 miles
  • 2012 – 106,939 miles
  • 2011 – 103,967 miles
  • 2010 – 100,292 miles
  • 2009 – 97,010 miles
  • 2008 – 92,759 miles
  • 2007 – 87,323 miles
  • 2006 – 85,624 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass170,381 miles
  • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2026

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2015–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

Full MOT history

32 tests since 9 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass170,381 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    170,381 miles
    Test number
    530408845007
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  2. Fail170,381 miles (+5,770)6 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,381 miles
    Test number
    646582561960
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Position lamp lens seriously defective (4.2.1 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorRear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Lower Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  3. Pass164,611 miles (+4,966)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    164,611 miles
    Test number
    915169708158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass159,645 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    159,645 miles
    Test number
    833797121397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail159,635 miles (+2,938)5 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,635 miles
    Test number
    478588313267
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Body panel insecure Mud Flap Mounting Panel (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Position lamp showing white light to the rear Lamp In Bumper (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively Front Prop - Rear UJ (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Wheel Arch - Viewed When Door Is Open (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Wheel Arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Wheel Arch - Viewed When Door Is Open And From Outside (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass156,697 miles (+4,954)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    156,697 miles
    Test number
    473175003332
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security rear (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  7. Pass151,743 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    151,743 miles
    Test number
    762650243986

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail151,743 miles (+4,557)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,743 miles
    Test number
    921611602677
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Door inner section (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  9. Pass147,186 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    147,186 miles
    Test number
    272513313931
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive turret nearside and offside (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside and offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Fail147,186 miles (+3,486)3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,186 miles
    Test number
    669535605931
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle on lock (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt fulcrum (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive turret nearside and offside (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside and offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass143,700 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    143,700 miles
    Test number
    790340799655
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement radius (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))

  12. Fail143,700 miles (+5,172)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,700 miles
    Test number
    789533631199
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement radius (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))

  13. Pass138,528 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    138,528 miles
    Test number
    119484435878
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component box area (2.1.5 (a))

  14. Fail138,528 miles (+4,417)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,528 miles
    Test number
    142761406191
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component box area (2.1.5 (a))

  15. Pass134,111 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    134,111 miles
    Test number
    456482948990
    • AdvisoryBrake vacuum build up slow (3.3.E.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded on axle (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Fail134,111 miles (+4,086)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,111 miles
    Test number
    223470542979
    • FailureBrake pipe inadequately clipped front to rear (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryBrake vacuum build up slow (3.3.E.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded on axle (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass130,025 miles (+123)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    130,025 miles
    Test number
    267699628078
    • AdvisoryBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive in wheel arch (3.6.C.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre cracking on inner sidewall
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component box area (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (3.5.1i)

  18. Fail129,902 miles (+7,546)4 failures1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,902 miles
    Test number
    208214280186
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill and floor area (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Lower Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded arch (5.2.6)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive in wheel arch (3.6.C.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre cracking on inner sidewall
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component box area (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (3.5.1i)

  19. Pass122,356 miles (+29)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    122,356 miles
    Test number
    210922307071
    • AdvisoryAll tyres starting to crack on sidewall
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  20. Fail122,327 miles (+5,418)9 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,327 miles
    Test number
    709086948238
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryAll tyres starting to crack on sidewall
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  21. Pass116,909 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    116,909 miles
    Test number
    489819945025
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Fail116,909 miles (+4,091)2 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,909 miles
    Test number
    635459145060
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureRear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Pass112,818 miles (+2,721)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    112,818 miles
    Test number
    696022654059
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear loading door sticking

  24. Fail110,097 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,097 miles
    Test number
    298644953079
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

  25. Pass110,097 miles (+3,158)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    110,097 miles
    Test number
    635844053051
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

  26. Pass106,939 miles (+2,972)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    106,939 miles
    Test number
    696822332072
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

  27. Pass103,967 miles (+3,675)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    103,967 miles
    Test number
    576195621055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass100,292 miles (+3,282)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    100,292 miles
    Test number
    153230220422
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  29. Pass97,010 miles (+4,251)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    97,010 miles
    Test number
    554604619088
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  30. Pass92,759 miles (+5,436)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    92,759 miles
    Test number
    922114128048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass87,323 miles (+1,699)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    87,323 miles
    Test number
    951879427022
    • 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)

  32. Pass85,624 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    85,624 miles
    Test number
    201821326218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S731 ORV

Does S731 ORV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S731 ORV is valid until 3 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on S731 ORV?
The MOT on S731 ORV is valid until 3 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S731 ORV done?
S731 ORV was recorded at 170,381 miles at its MOT on 24 Mar 2026, an average of 4,319 miles a year.
Has S731 ORV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S731 ORV has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on S731 ORV 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 S731 ORV find?
S731 ORV passed its latest MOT on 24 Mar 2026 with 1 advisory: steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel.

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