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Land Rover Discovery

Bronze · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

V228 KDNMOT history

V228 KDN is a bronze diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 24 Sept 1999. Its MOT expired on 6 Mar 2026 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 177,985 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Mar 2025.

V228 KDN bronze 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 6 Mar 2026
Mileage
177,985 mi
At MOT on 7 Mar 2025
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,674 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V228 KDN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Bronze
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
24 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
7 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V228 KDN was last recorded at 177,985 miles on 7 Mar 2025, 2,507 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Jun 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
175,478 miles · 6 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
2,507 miles
Average per year
5,674 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 177,985 miles
  • 2023 – 175,478 miles
  • 2022 – 175,409 miles
  • 2020 – 172,827 miles
  • 2018 – 165,049 miles
  • 2017 – 159,750 miles
  • 2016 – 155,097 miles
  • 2015 – 148,838 miles
  • 2014 – 143,171 miles
  • 2013 – 136,723 miles
  • 2012 – 134,295 miles
  • 2011 – 123,731 miles
  • 2010 – 112,340 miles
  • 2009 – 90,888 miles
  • 2008 – 84,283 miles
  • 2007 – 77,553 miles
  • 2006 – 70,068 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass177,985 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Outer (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Outer (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Floor area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Floor area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill support bracket (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2009

  • Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d-bushes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

27 tests since 28 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass177,985 miles3 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    177,985 miles
    Test number
    236058140584
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Outer (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Outer (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Floor area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Floor area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill support bracket (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail177,985 miles (+2,507)2 repaired3 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,985 miles
    Test number
    581294168251
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Outer (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Outer (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Floor area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Floor area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill support bracket (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass175,478 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    175,478 miles
    Test number
    310106566628
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Bottom outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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 Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  4. Fail175,478 miles (+69)2 repaired2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,478 miles
    Test number
    110848073677
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Bottom outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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 Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  5. Pass175,409 miles3 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    175,409 miles
    Test number
    926494468921
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorOffside Rear Direction indicator insecure Lower light cluster loose (4.4.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryDriver's seat loose but secure
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive Steering box leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Disc corroded/pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Disc corroded/pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Evidence underneath of engine leaking oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transfer box leaking oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail175,409 miles (+2,582)2 major3 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,409 miles
    Test number
    133364940920
    • MajorHeadlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorOffside Rear Direction indicator insecure Lower light cluster loose (4.4.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryDriver's seat loose but secure
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive Steering box leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Disc corroded/pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Disc corroded/pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Evidence underneath of engine leaking oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transfer box leaking oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass172,827 miles (+70)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2021
    Odometer
    172,827 miles
    Test number
    757502221100
    • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d-bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront front wheels noisy on rotation
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail172,757 miles (+7,708)2 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,757 miles
    Test number
    149256247204
    • MajorFront Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d-bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront front wheels noisy on rotation
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass165,049 miles (+5,299)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    165,049 miles
    Test number
    299761378387
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass159,750 miles (+97)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    159,750 miles
    Test number
    306992452998
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit both rear (4.1.E.1)

  11. Fail159,653 miles (+4,556)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,653 miles
    Test number
    199190374706
    • FailureCentral Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureSeat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded both sills (5.2.6)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit both rear (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass155,097 miles (+6,259)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    155,097 miles
    Test number
    653811715593

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass148,838 miles (+5,667)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    148,838 miles
    Test number
    198619205254
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  14. Fail143,171 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,171 miles
    Test number
    197511184199
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  15. Pass143,171 miles (+6,448)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    143,171 miles
    Test number
    408411684134
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  16. Pass136,723 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    136,723 miles
    Test number
    466595673131
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  17. Fail136,719 miles (+2,424)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,719 miles
    Test number
    335719763145
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  18. Pass134,295 miles (+10,564)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    134,295 miles
    Test number
    896924132042
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  19. Pass123,731 miles (+11,391)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    123,731 miles
    Test number
    879216231058
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass112,340 miles (+21,452)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2011
    Odometer
    112,340 miles
    Test number
    662390130190
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteN/s front wwheel brg small amount noise

  21. Pass90,888 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    90,888 miles
    Test number
    874643249032
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  22. Fail90,884 miles (+6,601)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,884 miles
    Test number
    741422449010
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  23. Pass84,283 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    84,283 miles
    Test number
    923579858022
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteSpare tyre defective

  24. Fail84,272 miles (+6,719)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,272 miles
    Test number
    523679958086
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass77,553 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    77,553 miles
    Test number
    144208257043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail77,553 miles (+7,485)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,553 miles
    Test number
    111548857020
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  27. Pass70,068 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    70,068 miles
    Test number
    750669556067
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Questions about V228 KDN

Does V228 KDN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V228 KDN expired on 6 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V228 KDN?
The MOT on V228 KDN expired on 6 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V228 KDN done?
V228 KDN was recorded at 177,985 miles at its MOT on 7 Mar 2025, an average of 5,674 miles a year.
Has V228 KDN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V228 KDN has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on V228 KDN 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 V228 KDN find?
V228 KDN passed its latest MOT on 7 Mar 2025 with 3 minor defects and 11 advisories: nearside front lower suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated outer; nearside front windscreen wiper blade defective; offside front lower suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated outer, and 11 more.

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