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Land Rover Discovery

Silver · Diesel · 1998 · 2,495 cc

S819 RUXMOT history

S819 RUX is a silver diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 4 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 13 Mar 2026 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 220,165 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Mar 2025.

S819 RUX silver 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 13 Mar 2026
Mileage
220,165 mi
At MOT on 14 Mar 2025
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,259 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S819 RUX
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
4 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
14 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S819 RUX was last recorded at 220,165 miles on 14 Mar 2025, 2,297 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
217,868 miles · 8 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
2,297 miles
Average per year
5,259 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 220,165 miles
  • 2024 – 217,868 miles
  • 2022 – 215,141 miles
  • 2021 – 207,815 miles
  • 2020 – 198,646 miles
  • 2019 – 193,434 miles
  • 2018 – 192,445 miles
  • 2017 – 190,512 miles
  • 2016 – 185,302 miles
  • 2015 – 180,235 miles
  • 2014 – 174,269 miles
  • 2013 – 169,533 miles
  • 2012 – 157,052 miles
  • 2011 – 152,962 miles
  • 2010 – 150,473 miles
  • 2009 – 143,206 miles
  • 2008 – 139,328 miles
  • 2007 – 137,469 miles
  • 2006 – 125,953 miles
  • 2005 – 117,532 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass220,165 miles
  • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion underbody/sealant

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 suspension components corroded but can still function as intended

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Rear suspension components corroded but can still function as intended

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2016

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass220,165 miles (+2,297)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    220,165 miles
    Test number
    127999579956
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion underbody/sealant

  2. Pass217,868 miles (+2,727)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    217,868 miles
    Test number
    484070342886
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront suspension components corroded but can still function as intended
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components corroded but can still function as intended
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  3. Pass215,141 miles (+7,326)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    215,141 miles
    Test number
    988253494149
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases tail pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront suspension components corroded but can still function as intended
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components corroded but can still function as intended
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  4. Pass207,815 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    207,815 miles
    Test number
    540833889024
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront suspension components corroded but can still function as intended
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components corroded but can still function as intended
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  5. Fail207,815 miles (+9,169)2 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    207,815 miles
    Test number
    301131376603
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront suspension components corroded but can still function as intended
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components corroded but can still function as intended
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  6. Pass198,646 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    198,646 miles
    Test number
    423655576128
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySurface rust on chassis

  7. Fail198,646 miles (+5,212)1 dangerous10 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,646 miles
    Test number
    735453445299
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded on axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded on axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired boot floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySurface rust on chassis

  8. Pass193,434 miles (+989)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    193,434 miles
    Test number
    960924269177
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))

  9. Pass192,445 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    192,445 miles
    Test number
    493861953587
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  10. Fail192,445 miles (+1,933)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,445 miles
    Test number
    588186220053
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  11. Pass190,512 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    190,512 miles
    Test number
    412135619073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail190,512 miles (+5,210)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,512 miles
    Test number
    629150500888
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  13. Pass185,302 miles (+5,067)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    185,302 miles
    Test number
    396977545043
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryFront propshaft rear universal joint has slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside center inner sill holed

  14. Pass180,235 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    180,235 miles
    Test number
    611462125161
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryService brake juddering slightly (3.7.C.2)

  15. Fail180,235 miles (+5,966)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,235 miles
    Test number
    301336285076
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryService brake juddering slightly (3.7.C.2)

  16. Pass174,269 miles (+4,736)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    174,269 miles
    Test number
    959499454286
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteN/s/f hub seal leaking grease
    • NoteRear view mirror missing

  17. Pass169,533 miles (+8)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    169,533 miles
    Test number
    625515583202
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteN/s/f hub seal leaking oil.
    • NoteOffsise outer sill rotten and holed.

  18. Fail169,525 miles (+12,473)6 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,525 miles
    Test number
    856753783204
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteN/s/f hub seal leaking oil.
    • NoteOffsise outer sill rotten and holed.

  19. Pass157,052 miles (+4,090)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    157,052 miles
    Test number
    969487732261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass152,962 miles (+2,489)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    152,962 miles
    Test number
    158123041203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass150,473 miles (+99)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    150,473 miles
    Test number
    113479540286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail150,374 miles (+7,168)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,374 miles
    Test number
    843366340229
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

  23. Pass143,206 miles (+3,878)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    143,206 miles
    Test number
    814270139265
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  24. Pass139,328 miles (+1,859)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    139,328 miles
    Test number
    873441948279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass137,469 miles (+11,516)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    137,469 miles
    Test number
    954341647285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass125,953 miles (+8,421)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    125,953 miles
    Test number
    522638546212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass117,532 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    117,532 miles
    Test number
    352150055495
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Questions about S819 RUX

Does S819 RUX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S819 RUX expired on 13 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S819 RUX?
The MOT on S819 RUX expired on 13 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S819 RUX done?
S819 RUX was recorded at 220,165 miles at its MOT on 14 Mar 2025, an average of 5,259 miles a year.
Has S819 RUX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S819 RUX has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on S819 RUX 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 S819 RUX find?
S819 RUX passed its latest MOT on 14 Mar 2025 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front oil leak, but not excessive; rear anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play, and 1 more.

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