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Land Rover Discovery

Blue · Diesel · 1998 · 2,495 cc

S83 EVKMOT history

S83 EVK is a blue diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 30 Sept 1998. Its MOT expired on 28 Mar 2023 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 228,559 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Mar 2022.

S83 EVK blue 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 28 Mar 2023
Mileage
228,559 mi
At MOT on 10 Mar 2022
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,275 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S83 EVK
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
30 Sept 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
10 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

S83 EVK was last recorded at 228,559 miles on 10 Mar 2022, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
228,559 miles · 2 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,275 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 228,559 miles
  • 2021 – 228,376 miles
  • 2020 – 228,349 miles
  • 2018 – 227,909 miles
  • 2017 – 227,358 miles
  • 2016 – 223,917 miles
  • 2014 – 212,964 miles
  • 2013 – 208,038 miles
  • 2012 – 202,718 miles
  • 2011 – 198,871 miles
  • 2010 – 192,464 miles
  • 2009 – 185,452 miles
  • 2008 – 181,851 miles
  • 2007 – 176,507 miles
  • 2006 – 146,900 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass228,559 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisorySteering box weepingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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, 2018–2021

  • Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2012

  • Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006

  • Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006

Full MOT history

23 tests since 24 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass228,559 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    228,559 miles
    Test number
    226110769860
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering box weeping

  2. Fail228,559 miles (+183)3 dangerous2 major1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    228,559 miles
    Test number
    564847187923
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged leaking (5.2.3 (j))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested due to pipe leaking (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisorySteering box weeping

  3. Pass228,376 miles (+27)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    228,376 miles
    Test number
    179721049529
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear body mount corroded in front rear wheel
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear inner arch corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear boot floor corroded just in side tail gate

  4. Pass228,349 miles (+440)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    228,349 miles
    Test number
    402827048171
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass227,909 miles (+551)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    227,909 miles
    Test number
    509403310786
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (5.1.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (5.1.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass227,358 miles (+3,441)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    227,358 miles
    Test number
    449389146688

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass223,917 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    223,917 miles
    Test number
    604789917238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    476295797464

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass212,964 miles (+4,926)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    212,964 miles
    Test number
    637713524367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass208,038 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    208,038 miles
    Test number
    158396743325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail208,038 miles (+5,320)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    208,038 miles
    Test number
    658146643353
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)

  12. Pass202,718 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    202,718 miles
    Test number
    518142742330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail202,718 miles (+3,847)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,718 miles
    Test number
    835629932357
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

  14. Pass198,871 miles (+6,407)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    198,871 miles
    Test number
    828460721358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass192,464 miles (+7,012)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    192,464 miles
    Test number
    420630620317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass185,452 miles (+3,601)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    185,452 miles
    Test number
    960383149308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass181,851 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    181,851 miles
    Test number
    314033548351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail181,851 miles (+2,863)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,851 miles
    Test number
    480103448327
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  19. Pass178,988 miles (+2,481)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    178,988 miles
    Test number
    632241248185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass176,507 miles (+289)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    176,507 miles
    Test number
    961292547151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail176,218 miles (+29,318)10 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,218 miles
    Test number
    462537737185
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incomplete (1.5.A1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  22. Pass146,900 miles (+1,656)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    146,900 miles
    Test number
    284919256400
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteBoth rear brake discs slightly pitted(this may be causing noise from rear.
    • NoteEnd propshaft bearing rubber split. †offside rear seatbelt buckle cover missing.

  23. Fail145,244 miles2 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,244 miles
    Test number
    631204846185
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)
    • FailurePower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteEnd propshaft bearing rubber split. †steering noisey. †offside rear seatbelt buckle cover missing.

Questions about S83 EVK

Does S83 EVK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S83 EVK expired on 28 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S83 EVK?
The MOT on S83 EVK expired on 28 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S83 EVK done?
S83 EVK was recorded at 228,559 miles at its MOT on 10 Mar 2022, an average of 5,275 miles a year.
Has S83 EVK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S83 EVK has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on S83 EVK 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 S83 EVK find?
S83 EVK passed its latest MOT on 10 Mar 2022 with 2 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear; steering box weeping.

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