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Land Rover Discovery

Silver · Diesel · 1998 · 2,495 cc

S78 DWYMOT history

S78 DWY is a silver diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 20 Nov 1998. Its MOT is valid until 24 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 33 MOT tests, with 90,438 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Feb 2026.

S78 DWY silver 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 24 Feb 2027
Mileage
90,438 mi
At MOT on 25 Feb 2026
MOT tests
33
20 passed · 13 failed
Per year
2,318 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S78 DWY
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
20 Nov 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S78 DWY was last recorded at 90,438 miles on 25 Feb 2026, 527 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,911 miles · 13 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
527 miles
Average per year
2,318 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 90,438 miles
  • 2025 – 89,911 miles
  • 2024 – 89,463 miles
  • 2023 – 89,307 miles
  • 2022 – 89,124 miles
  • 2021 – 88,686 miles
  • 2020 – 87,749 miles
  • 2019 – 87,186 miles
  • 2018 – 86,574 miles
  • 2017 – 86,554 miles
  • 2016 – 85,378 miles
  • 2015 – 80,841 miles
  • 2014 – 79,831 miles
  • 2013 – 78,788 miles
  • 2012 – 76,340 miles
  • 2011 – 74,610 miles
  • 2010 – 72,903 miles
  • 2009 – 64,341 miles
  • 2008 – 56,135 miles
  • 2007 – 49,425 miles
  • 2006 – 44,799 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,438 miles
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryUNDER SIDE OF VEHICLE IS COVERED IN THICK 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.

  • Both rear rebound rubbers missing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2018

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2013

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • This vehicle has a thick layer of underseal covering the axles ,chassis, steering componants, brakes etc

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

33 tests since 19 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,438 miles (+527)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    90,438 miles
    Test number
    419052623523
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUNDER SIDE OF VEHICLE IS COVERED IN THICK UNDERSEAL
  2. Pass89,911 miles (+448)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    89,911 miles
    Test number
    222209907229
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryUNDER SIDE OF VEHICLE IS CORRODED
    • AdvisoryUNDER SIDE OF VEHICLE IS COVERED IN UNDERSEAL
  3. Pass89,463 miles (+1)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    89,463 miles
    Test number
    999092644482
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryThis vehicle has a thick layer of underseal covering the axles ,chassis, steering componants, brakes etc
  4. Fail89,462 miles (+155)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,462 miles
    Test number
    896559771236
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryThis vehicle has a thick layer of underseal covering the axles ,chassis, steering componants, brakes etc
  5. Pass89,307 miles (+183)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    89,307 miles
    Test number
    310559974005
    • AdvisoryUNDER SIDE OF VEHICLE HAS BEEN UNDER SEALED
  6. Pass89,124 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    89,124 miles
    Test number
    384366692216
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear rebound rubbers missing
    • AdvisoryBoth side steps badly corroded
    • AdvisoryRear mud flaps corroded and insecure
  7. Fail89,124 miles (+438)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,124 miles
    Test number
    495078630978
    • DangerousRear Fluid leaking continuously posing a serious risk to road safety fuel filter corroded and leaking (8.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear rebound rubbers missing
    • AdvisoryBoth side steps badly corroded
    • AdvisoryRear mud flaps corroded and insecure
  8. Pass88,686 miles (+937)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    88,686 miles
    Test number
    926186506081
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  9. Pass87,749 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    87,749 miles
    Test number
    193645731559
    • AdvisoryO/s and n/s step brackets corroded
  10. Fail87,749 miles (+563)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,749 miles
    Test number
    907848991849
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryO/s and n/s step brackets corroded
  11. Pass87,186 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    87,186 miles
    Test number
    675117611885
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear rebound rubbers missing
    • AdvisoryBoth side steps corroded
  12. Fail87,186 miles (+612)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,186 miles
    Test number
    481928965097
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear rebound rubbers missing
    • AdvisoryBoth side steps corroded
  13. Pass86,574 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    86,574 miles
    Test number
    309359031216
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryBoth side steps are corroded
  14. Fail86,574 miles (+20)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,574 miles
    Test number
    922380521934
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryBoth side steps are corroded
  15. Fail86,554 miles (+1,176)5 dangerous2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,554 miles
    Test number
    943970448389
    • DangerousBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)
    • DangerousNearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • DangerousOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryBoth side steps are corroded
  16. Pass85,378 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    85,378 miles
    Test number
    467862318966
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
  17. Fail85,378 miles (+4,537)1 dangerous1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,378 miles
    Test number
    886185679516
    • DangerousOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • Repaired at testCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
  18. Pass80,841 miles1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    80,841 miles
    Test number
    506647685197
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteOffside rear inner splash guard corroded away
    • NoteSurface corrosion starting on chassis
  19. Fail80,841 miles (+1,010)1 failure1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,841 miles
    Test number
    597717985110
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteOffside rear inner splash guard corroded away
    • NoteSurface corrosion starting on chassis
  20. Pass79,831 miles (+12)2 advisories7 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    79,831 miles
    Test number
    889265794174
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteCentre exhaust starting to deteriorate
    • NoteChassis members starting to corrode
    • NoteNearside front shock absorber leaking close to limit
    • NoteRear coil springs corroded
    • NoteRear suspension bump stops missing
    • NoteSlight play in offside front wheel bearing and bearing slightly noisy in operation
    • NoteSuspension components starting to corrode
  21. Fail79,819 miles (+1,031)7 failures3 advisories9 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,819 miles
    Test number
    586081674117
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteCentre exhaust starting to corrode
    • NoteChassis members starting to corrode
    • NoteNearside front shock absorber leaking close to limit
    • NoteOffside front brake binding slightly
    • NoteOffside front tyre getting low
    • NoteOffside front wheel bearing slightly noisy in operation
    • NoteRear coil springs corroded
    • NoteRear suspension bump stops missing
    • NoteSuspension components starting to corrode
  22. Pass78,788 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    78,788 miles
    Test number
    488115803211
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  23. Fail78,788 miles (+2,448)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,788 miles
    Test number
    687035203208
    • Repaired at testCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  24. Pass76,340 miles (+1,730)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    76,340 miles
    Test number
    238828152458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass74,610 miles (+1,707)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2012
    Odometer
    74,610 miles
    Test number
    657003941142
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
  26. Pass72,903 miles (+8,562)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2011
    Odometer
    72,903 miles
    Test number
    793112430147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass64,341 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2010
    Odometer
    64,341 miles
    Test number
    204448049162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail64,341 miles (+8,206)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,341 miles
    Test number
    470402349140
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
  29. Pass56,135 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2009
    Odometer
    56,135 miles
    Test number
    763304838150
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear bump stops missing
  30. Fail56,133 miles (+6,708)5 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,133 miles
    Test number
    603494338112
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear bump stops missing
  31. Pass49,425 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    49,425 miles
    Test number
    303121457118
    • NoteAs previous vt 32
  32. Fail49,425 miles (+4,626)1 dangerous4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,425 miles
    Test number
    911640257104
    • DangerousOffside Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureBrake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  33. Pass44,799 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    44,799 miles
    Test number
    201050576167
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Questions about S78 DWY

Does S78 DWY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S78 DWY is valid until 24 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on S78 DWY?
The MOT on S78 DWY is valid until 24 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S78 DWY done?
S78 DWY was recorded at 90,438 miles at its MOT on 25 Feb 2026, an average of 2,318 miles a year.
Has S78 DWY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S78 DWY has failed 13 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on S78 DWY 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 S78 DWY find?
S78 DWY passed its latest MOT on 25 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; under side of vehicle is covered in thick underseal.

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