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Land Rover Discovery

Green · Diesel · 1998 · 2,495 cc

S83 UBLMOT history

S83 UBL is a green diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 27 Nov 1998. Its MOT expired on 27 Mar 2024 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 204,470 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Mar 2023.

S83 UBL green 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 27 Mar 2024
Mileage
204,470 mi
At MOT on 22 Mar 2023
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,849 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S83 UBL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
27 Nov 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
22 Mar 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

S83 UBL was last recorded at 204,470 miles on 22 Mar 2023, 109 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
204,361 miles · 8 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
109 miles
Average per year
7,849 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 204,470 miles
  • 2022 – 193,895 miles
  • 2021 – 187,462 miles
  • 2020 – 183,822 miles
  • 2019 – 180,137 miles
  • 2018 – 176,997 miles
  • 2017 – 171,934 miles
  • 2016 – 165,855 miles
  • 2015 – 159,482 miles
  • 2014 – 154,596 miles
  • 2013 – 150,230 miles
  • 2012 – 144,750 miles
  • 2011 – 135,947 miles
  • 2010 – 122,162 miles
  • 2009 – 107,625 miles
  • 2008 – 95,395 miles
  • 2007 – 84,323 miles
  • 2006 – 70,188 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass204,470 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

26 tests since 10 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass204,470 miles (+109)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    204,470 miles
    Test number
    327399203426
    • MinorNearside Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail204,361 miles (+10,466)1 dangerous17 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,361 miles
    Test number
    890760321484
    • DangerousNearside Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner / outer sills and lower arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wing (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner / outer sills and lower arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorPower steering component leaking steering box (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass193,895 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    193,895 miles
    Test number
    226122381124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail193,895 miles (+6,433)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,895 miles
    Test number
    330316841676
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength By radius arm mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength By spring mounting bracket (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength By shock absorber mounting bracket (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass187,462 miles (+3,640)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    187,462 miles
    Test number
    645254588731
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security nsr sill slight corrosion (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security osf inner wing slight corrosion (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security osr sill slight corrosion (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  6. Pass183,822 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    183,822 miles
    Test number
    245871532672

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail183,822 miles (+3,685)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,822 miles
    Test number
    782776367195
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened chassis corroded within prescribed area of anti roll bar mounting (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass180,137 miles (+3,140)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    180,137 miles
    Test number
    870194111974
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass176,997 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    176,997 miles
    Test number
    134117862955
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

  10. Fail176,997 miles (+5,063)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,997 miles
    Test number
    634042516256
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

  11. Pass171,934 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    171,934 miles
    Test number
    750477833617

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail171,934 miles (+6,079)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,934 miles
    Test number
    952859643098
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • Repaired at testRear Trailer electrical socket insecure (1.9.3a)

  13. Pass165,855 miles (+6,373)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    165,855 miles
    Test number
    326043778068
    • AdvisoryOffside drop arm ball joint has slight play

  14. Pass159,482 miles (+4,886)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    159,482 miles
    Test number
    675473185080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass154,596 miles (+4,366)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    154,596 miles
    Test number
    167635484091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass150,230 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    150,230 miles
    Test number
    676234263014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail150,230 miles (+5,480)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,230 miles
    Test number
    829214663089
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass144,750 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    144,750 miles
    Test number
    297218882076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail144,750 miles (+8,803)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,750 miles
    Test number
    406488782025
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  20. Pass135,947 miles (+13,785)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    135,947 miles
    Test number
    335960971027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass122,162 miles (+14,537)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    122,162 miles
    Test number
    153232370031
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Pass107,625 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    107,625 miles
    Test number
    383939669079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail107,625 miles (+12,230)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,625 miles
    Test number
    271455869094
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass95,395 miles (+11,072)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    95,395 miles
    Test number
    954372278041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass84,323 miles (+14,135)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    84,323 miles
    Test number
    360302877035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass70,188 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    70,188 miles
    Test number
    394331546077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S83 UBL

Does S83 UBL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S83 UBL expired on 27 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S83 UBL?
The MOT on S83 UBL expired on 27 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S83 UBL done?
S83 UBL was recorded at 204,470 miles at its MOT on 22 Mar 2023, an average of 7,849 miles a year.
Has S83 UBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S83 UBL has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on S83 UBL 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 UBL find?
S83 UBL passed its latest MOT on 22 Mar 2023 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside rear other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed; oil leak, but not excessive.

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