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Land Rover Discovery

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

V629 GOUMOT history

V629 GOU is a blue diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 29 Oct 1999. Its MOT is valid until 17 Jun 2027 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 157,023 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Jun 2026.

V629 GOU 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 17 Jun 2027
Mileage
157,023 mi
At MOT on 18 Jun 2026
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,279 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V629 GOU
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
29 Oct 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V629 GOU was last recorded at 157,023 miles on 18 Jun 2026, 34 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
156,989 miles · 5 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
34 miles
Average per year
5,279 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 157,023 miles
  • 2025 – 156,953 miles
  • 2024 – 156,018 miles
  • 2023 – 152,540 miles
  • 2022 – 151,953 miles
  • 2021 – 150,924 miles
  • 2020 – 149,151 miles
  • 2019 – 144,117 miles
  • 2017 – 136,574 miles
  • 2016 – 136,560 miles
  • 2015 – 128,782 miles
  • 2014 – 114,607 miles
  • 2013 – 106,186 miles
  • 2012 – 95,629 miles
  • 2011 – 85,887 miles
  • 2010 – 73,412 miles
  • 2009 – 65,029 miles
  • 2008 – 62,371 miles
  • 2007 – 57,756 miles
  • 2006 – 50,448 miles
  • 2005 – 48,765 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass157,023 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryN/s/r and o/s/r axel hight sensors not attachedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Axel fluid leakRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Chassis badly corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Exhaust corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Centre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

26 tests since 15 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass157,023 miles (+34)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    157,023 miles
    Test number
    336049080542
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s/r and o/s/r axel hight sensors not attached
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axel fluid leak
    • AdvisoryRear Chassis badly corroded

  2. Fail156,989 miles (+36)1 dangerous6 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,989 miles
    Test number
    863531984353
    • DangerousNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability Top nut loose (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s/r and o/s/r axel hight sensors not attached
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axel fluid leak
    • AdvisoryRear Chassis badly corroded

  3. Fail156,953 miles (+935)9 major1 repaired3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,953 miles
    Test number
    292054555739
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-lock braking system wiring excessively damaged (1.6 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Fuel system component leaking filter (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Prop shaft securing bolt loose (6.1.7 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Front Electrical wiring inadequately secured (4.11 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront crossmember slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security chassis (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass156,018 miles (+3,478)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    156,018 miles
    Test number
    402536103156
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Oil leak, but not excessive differentioal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass152,540 miles (+587)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    152,540 miles
    Test number
    372317265161
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass151,953 miles (+1,029)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    151,953 miles
    Test number
    659263077760
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower front bumper skirt partly loose
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass150,924 miles (+1,773)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    150,924 miles
    Test number
    925203739248
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass149,151 miles (+5,034)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    149,151 miles
    Test number
    339090627403
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass144,117 miles (+7,543)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    144,117 miles
    Test number
    952619274447

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass136,574 miles (+14)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    136,574 miles
    Test number
    980067724241
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  11. Fail136,560 miles (+7,778)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,560 miles
    Test number
    288269098475
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  12. Pass128,782 miles (+305)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    128,782 miles
    Test number
    117506447313
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Fail128,477 miles (+13,870)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,477 miles
    Test number
    799116444562
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass114,607 miles (+8,421)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2015
    Odometer
    114,607 miles
    Test number
    647070354125
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on inner edge
    • NoteSlight coolant leak

  15. Pass106,186 miles (+10,557)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2014
    Odometer
    106,186 miles
    Test number
    958359143197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass95,629 miles (+9,742)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2013
    Odometer
    95,629 miles
    Test number
    669820632127
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass85,887 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2012
    Odometer
    85,887 miles
    Test number
    426750341121
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail85,882 miles (+12,470)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,882 miles
    Test number
    275880741484
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass73,412 miles (+8,383)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2011
    Odometer
    73,412 miles
    Test number
    941260630106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass65,029 miles (+2,658)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2010
    Odometer
    65,029 miles
    Test number
    420024939115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass62,371 miles (+4,615)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    62,371 miles
    Test number
    412193138237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail57,756 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,756 miles
    Test number
    234632727167
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass57,756 miles (+7,308)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2008
    Odometer
    57,756 miles
    Test number
    724392827192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass50,448 miles (+1,683)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    50,448 miles
    Test number
    792198816160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass48,765 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    48,765 miles
    Test number
    871209945331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail48,765 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,765 miles
    Test number
    573089945329
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Questions about V629 GOU

Does V629 GOU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V629 GOU is valid until 17 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on V629 GOU?
The MOT on V629 GOU is valid until 17 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V629 GOU done?
V629 GOU was recorded at 157,023 miles at its MOT on 18 Jun 2026, an average of 5,279 miles a year.
Has V629 GOU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V629 GOU has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on V629 GOU 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 V629 GOU find?
V629 GOU passed its latest MOT on 18 Jun 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; n/s/r and o/s/r axel hight sensors not attached; nearside front axel fluid leak, and 1 more.

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