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Land Rover Discovery

White · Diesel · 1998 · 2,495 cc

S797 MFCMOT history

S797 MFC is a white diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 28 Sept 1998. Its MOT is valid until 18 Nov 2026 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 190,442 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Nov 2025.

S797 MFC white 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 18 Nov 2026
Mileage
190,442 mi
At MOT on 19 Nov 2025
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,717 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S797 MFC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
28 Sept 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
19 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S797 MFC was last recorded at 190,442 miles on 19 Nov 2025, 451 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
189,991 miles · 13 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
451 miles
Average per year
2,717 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 190,442 miles
  • 2024 – 189,991 miles
  • 2023 – 189,471 miles
  • 2022 – 188,233 miles
  • 2021 – 187,470 miles
  • 2020 – 186,675 miles
  • 2019 – 185,696 miles
  • 2018 – 184,414 miles
  • 2017 – 181,902 miles
  • 2016 – 181,804 miles
  • 2015 – 179,841 miles
  • 2014 – 176,566 miles
  • 2012 – 174,934 miles
  • 2011 – 172,477 miles
  • 2010 – 168,278 miles
  • 2009 – 158,734 miles
  • 2008 – 147,864 miles
  • 2007 – 143,782 miles
  • 2006 – 137,961 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass190,442 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transmission oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2024

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2010–2016

  • Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2010–2016

  • Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass190,442 miles (+451)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    190,442 miles
    Test number
    254770519004
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transmission oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  2. Pass189,991 miles (+520)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    189,991 miles
    Test number
    103372872829
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  3. Pass189,471 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    189,471 miles
    Test number
    476728382009
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering close to minimum mark (2.1.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Fail189,471 miles (+1,238)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,471 miles
    Test number
    675336001423
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering close to minimum mark (2.1.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass188,233 miles (+763)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    188,233 miles
    Test number
    878137854612
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass187,470 miles (+795)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    187,470 miles
    Test number
    265581755547

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass186,675 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    186,675 miles
    Test number
    861991738352
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner wing showing corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension bump stop missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail186,675 miles (+979)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,675 miles
    Test number
    477945673941
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Road wheel fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner wing showing corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension bump stop missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass185,696 miles (+1,282)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    185,696 miles
    Test number
    285256231132
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside front inner wing corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside rear bump stop missing

  10. Pass184,414 miles (+2,512)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    184,414 miles
    Test number
    253553619142
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear bump stop missing

  11. Pass181,902 miles (+98)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    181,902 miles
    Test number
    539325394218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass181,804 miles (+7)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    181,804 miles
    Test number
    151491285909
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Corrosion within body mounting area plus both inner wings corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension bump stop missing
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Nearside and offside (2.4.A.3)

  13. Fail181,797 miles (+1,956)1 dangerous6 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,797 miles
    Test number
    287552037104
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded At anti-roll bar mounting point (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Inner wing (3.6.C.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded At anti roll bar mounting point (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryBody work mounting points showing corrosion especially front nearside and offside
    • AdvisoryDirection indicators slightly discoloured All faded in colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Badly deteriorated (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner wing next to Brake component and body mount,showing heavy corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Cross member area (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySuspension bump stop missing offside rear

  14. Pass179,841 miles (+3,275)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    179,841 miles
    Test number
    409155069018
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryInner wing corrosion plus offside front bodywork mounting area showing corrosion
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Pass176,566 miles (+1,632)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    176,566 miles
    Test number
    668479664262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass174,934 miles (+2)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    174,934 miles
    Test number
    135461102324
    • NoteOffside rear bump stop missing

  17. Fail174,932 miles (+2,455)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,932 miles
    Test number
    915240502321
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • NoteOffside rear bump stop missing

  18. Pass172,477 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    172,477 miles
    Test number
    266691621230
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteMetal brake pipes corroded
    • NoteNearside rear axle hub seal leaking
    • NoteUnderside corroded

  19. Fail172,477 miles (+4,199)2 dangerous1 failure4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,477 miles
    Test number
    388930421411
    • DangerousNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteMetal brake pipes corroded
    • NoteNearside rear axle hub seal leaking
    • NoteUnderside corroded

  20. Pass168,278 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    168,278 miles
    Test number
    681359020228
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteNearside rear caliper damp
    • NoteSlight corrosion to offside rear disc

  21. Fail168,278 miles (+9,544)3 dangerous3 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,278 miles
    Test number
    264488120261
    • DangerousNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Lower Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteNearside rear caliper damp
    • NoteSlight corrosion to offside rear disc

  22. Pass158,734 miles (+92)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    158,734 miles
    Test number
    644264499192
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre 2mm
    • NoteOffside front swivell housing seal leaking grease
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing on inner edge

  23. Fail158,642 miles (+10,778)9 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,642 miles
    Test number
    351177589149
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Lower Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre 2mm
    • NoteOffside front swivell housing seal leaking grease
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing on inner edge

  24. Pass147,864 miles (+4,082)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    147,864 miles
    Test number
    250320778198
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  25. Pass143,782 miles (+5,821)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    143,782 miles
    Test number
    792116007289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass137,961 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    137,961 miles
    Test number
    444597906219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail137,961 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,961 miles
    Test number
    982857506215
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Questions about S797 MFC

Does S797 MFC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S797 MFC is valid until 18 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on S797 MFC?
The MOT on S797 MFC is valid until 18 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S797 MFC done?
S797 MFC was recorded at 190,442 miles at its MOT on 19 Nov 2025, an average of 2,717 miles a year.
Has S797 MFC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S797 MFC has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on S797 MFC 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 S797 MFC find?
S797 MFC passed its latest MOT on 19 Nov 2025 with 5 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; oil leak, but not excessive engine oil, and 2 more.

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