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Land Rover Discovery

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

S81 FVCMOT history

S81 FVC is a blue diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 5 Feb 1999. Its MOT is valid until 15 Mar 2027 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 180,122 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Mar 2026.

S81 FVC 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 15 Mar 2027
Mileage
180,122 mi
At MOT on 16 Mar 2026
MOT tests
23
19 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,643 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S81 FVC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
5 Feb 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S81 FVC was last recorded at 180,122 miles on 16 Mar 2026, 965 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
179,157 miles · 30 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
965 miles
Average per year
3,643 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 180,122 miles
  • 2025 – 179,157 miles
  • 2024 – 177,971 miles
  • 2023 – 176,876 miles
  • 2022 – 175,730 miles
  • 2020 – 174,343 miles
  • 2019 – 173,219 miles
  • 2018 – 171,263 miles
  • 2017 – 168,890 miles
  • 2016 – 166,667 miles
  • 2015 – 164,856 miles
  • 2014 – 163,243 miles
  • 2013 – 161,558 miles
  • 2012 – 159,433 miles
  • 2011 – 157,539 miles
  • 2010 – 155,490 miles
  • 2008 – 138,957 miles
  • 2007 – 121,954 miles
  • 2006 – 106,773 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass180,122 miles
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded ALL FOUR (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass180,122 miles (+965)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    180,122 miles
    Test number
    286344320714
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded ALL FOUR (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  2. Pass179,157 miles (+1,186)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    179,157 miles
    Test number
    338686491466
    • MinorCentral Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Rear Differential Ball Joint (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Wheel Arch Just Under Brake Servo (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All Four Tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass177,971 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    177,971 miles
    Test number
    843142854522

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail177,960 miles (+1,084)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,960 miles
    Test number
    809522792482
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass176,876 miles (+1,146)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    176,876 miles
    Test number
    209883588366
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced N/S & O/S inner arches/body mounts (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor by outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush upper bushes both sides (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced corrosion by front & rear outriggers (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass175,730 miles (+1,387)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    175,730 miles
    Test number
    283825620039
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Near spring hanger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryWashers frozen -3

  7. Pass174,343 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    174,343 miles
    Test number
    349224981008
    • MinorOffside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both sides (marked yellow) (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Mid & rear sections (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play Very slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  8. Fail174,343 miles (+1,124)1 repaired2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,343 miles
    Test number
    648238427862
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both sides (marked yellow) (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Mid & rear sections (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play Very slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  9. Pass173,219 miles (+1,956)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    173,219 miles
    Test number
    941291032155
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play both & O/S/R (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  10. Pass171,263 miles (+2,373)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    171,263 miles
    Test number
    158938315029
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank strap corroded

  11. Pass168,890 miles (+2,223)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    168,890 miles
    Test number
    983016774285
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (5.2.6)

  12. Pass166,667 miles (+1,811)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    166,667 miles
    Test number
    783133733181
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (marked - across chassis beam)
    • AdvisorySlight play in both front & O/S/R wheel bearings

  13. Pass164,856 miles (+1,613)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    164,856 miles
    Test number
    856754568958

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass163,243 miles (+1,685)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    163,243 miles
    Test number
    736326344392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass161,558 miles (+2,125)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    161,558 miles
    Test number
    839402553311
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

  16. Pass159,433 miles (+1,894)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    159,433 miles
    Test number
    895969142355
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  17. Pass157,539 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    157,539 miles
    Test number
    418185351332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail157,539 miles (+2,049)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,539 miles
    Test number
    887725351321
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  19. Pass155,490 miles (+16,533)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    155,490 miles
    Test number
    180111840372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass138,957 miles (+17,003)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    138,957 miles
    Test number
    133165458181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass121,954 miles (+295)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    121,954 miles
    Test number
    344502527099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail121,659 miles (+14,886)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,659 miles
    Test number
    740947717073
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureRear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

  23. Pass106,773 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    106,773 miles
    Test number
    332596226006
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Questions about S81 FVC

Does S81 FVC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S81 FVC is valid until 15 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on S81 FVC?
The MOT on S81 FVC is valid until 15 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S81 FVC done?
S81 FVC was recorded at 180,122 miles at its MOT on 16 Mar 2026, an average of 3,643 miles a year.
Has S81 FVC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S81 FVC has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on S81 FVC 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 S81 FVC find?
S81 FVC passed its latest MOT on 16 Mar 2026 with 2 advisories: coil spring corroded all four; offside front wheel bearing has slight play.

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