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Land Rover Discovery

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 2,487 cc

V46 ESRMOT history

V46 ESR is a red diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 7 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 22 Sept 2025 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 198,079 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Sept 2024.

V46 ESR red 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 22 Sept 2025
Mileage
198,079 mi
At MOT on 23 Sept 2024
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,371 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V46 ESR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,487 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
7 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Sept 2025
Latest MOT test
23 Sept 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

V46 ESR was last recorded at 198,079 miles on 23 Sept 2024, 2,831 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Sept 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
195,248 miles · 18 Sept 2021
Between the last two tests
2,831 miles
Average per year
6,371 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 198,079 miles
  • 2021 – 195,248 miles
  • 2020 – 195,084 miles
  • 2019 – 192,108 miles
  • 2017 – 185,813 miles
  • 2016 – 173,060 miles
  • 2015 – 159,971 miles
  • 2014 – 153,215 miles
  • 2013 – 148,940 miles
  • 2012 – 144,560 miles
  • 2011 – 136,671 miles
  • 2010 – 120,259 miles
  • 2009 – 110,015 miles
  • 2008 – 109,959 miles
  • 2007 – 97,263 miles
  • 2006 – 80,686 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass198,079 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear axle seal weeping
  • AdvisoryCorrosion to both sills
  • AdvisorySlight corrosion to underside including suspension components

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 slight free play detected at steering wheel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Nearside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

26 tests since 21 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass198,079 miles (+2,831)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    198,079 miles
    Test number
    332664473756
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated all (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear axle seal weeping
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to both sills
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to underside including suspension components

  2. Pass195,248 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    195,248 miles
    Test number
    510627503649
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  3. Fail195,245 miles (+161)8 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,245 miles
    Test number
    851551848087
    • MajorBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded bulkhead (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • MajorNearside Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn axle tie bar rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength spring platform bracket on axle corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength spring platform bracket on axle corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass195,084 miles (+2,976)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    195,084 miles
    Test number
    540047566834

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass192,108 miles (+31)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    192,108 miles
    Test number
    281299048294
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  6. Fail192,077 miles (+6,264)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,077 miles
    Test number
    618875014831
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  7. Pass185,813 miles (+12,753)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    185,813 miles
    Test number
    576085831700
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion inner wing (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion inner wing (6.1.B.2)

  8. Pass173,060 miles (+13,089)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    173,060 miles
    Test number
    919514118957
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush D bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush D bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryTorque/reaction arm has slight play in a pin bearing Watts linkage (2.4.G.2)

  9. Pass159,971 miles (+6,756)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    159,971 miles
    Test number
    963282607366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass153,215 miles (+53)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    153,215 miles
    Test number
    377384374428
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • NoteTow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

  11. Fail153,162 miles (+4,222)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,162 miles
    Test number
    137725944264
    • FailureNearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  12. Pass148,940 miles (+4,380)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    148,940 miles
    Test number
    279491393234
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteOffside wiper blade split

  13. Pass144,560 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    144,560 miles
    Test number
    298655102301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail144,557 miles (+4,512)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,557 miles
    Test number
    105143402363
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  15. Pass140,045 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    140,045 miles
    Test number
    349060882044
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

  16. Fail140,039 miles (+3,368)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,039 miles
    Test number
    698729072004
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureSteering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.2.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

  17. Pass136,671 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    136,671 miles
    Test number
    715151541341
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil temp 68

  18. Fail136,671 miles (+16,412)2 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,671 miles
    Test number
    876181641356
    • Repaired at testNearside Outer Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil temp 68

  19. Pass120,259 miles (+1)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    120,259 miles
    Test number
    450967230376
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteFront to rear metel brake pipes coated in wax oil

  20. Fail120,258 miles (+10,243)6 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,258 miles
    Test number
    491196530495
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteFront to rear metel brake pipes coated in wax oil

  21. Pass110,015 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    110,015 miles
    Test number
    461792459256
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  22. Fail110,015 miles (+56)1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,015 miles
    Test number
    990752759258
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  23. Pass109,959 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    109,959 miles
    Test number
    121739658475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail109,959 miles (+12,696)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,959 miles
    Test number
    190053058047
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

  25. Pass97,263 miles (+16,577)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    97,263 miles
    Test number
    270170517105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass80,686 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    80,686 miles
    Test number
    644441216167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V46 ESR

Does V46 ESR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V46 ESR expired on 22 Sept 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V46 ESR?
The MOT on V46 ESR expired on 22 Sept 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V46 ESR done?
V46 ESR was recorded at 198,079 miles at its MOT on 23 Sept 2024, an average of 6,371 miles a year.
Has V46 ESR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V46 ESR has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Sept 2021.
Has the mileage on V46 ESR 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 V46 ESR find?
V46 ESR passed its latest MOT on 23 Sept 2024 with 5 advisories: brake hose slightly deteriorated all; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all; nearside rear axle seal weeping, and 2 more.

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