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Land Rover Discovery

Silver · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

V652 GCYMOT history

V652 GCY is a silver diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 5 Nov 1999. Its MOT is valid until 11 Jan 2027 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 131,791 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jan 2026.

V652 GCY silver 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 11 Jan 2027
Mileage
131,791 mi
At MOT on 6 Jan 2026
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,813 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V652 GCY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
5 Nov 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V652 GCY was last recorded at 131,791 miles on 6 Jan 2026, 8,209 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jan 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 20 Feb 2016: 84,587 miles, lower than 166,973 miles on 24 Feb 2015.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
123,582 miles · 10 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
8,209 miles
Average per year
2,813 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 131,791 miles
  • 2025 – 123,582 miles
  • 2024 – 116,087 miles
  • 2023 – 109,961 miles
  • 2022 – 109,956 miles
  • 2019 – 106,151 miles
  • 2017 – 98,339 miles
  • 2016 – 84,587 miles
  • 2015 – 166,973 miles
  • 2014 – 163,394 miles
  • 2013 – 155,650 miles
  • 2012 – 147,816 miles
  • 2011 – 133,777 miles
  • 2010 – 121,963 miles
  • 2009 – 111,029 miles
  • 2008 – 97,588 miles
  • 2007 – 86,801 miles
  • 2006 – 75,740 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass131,791 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear bumper damaged
  • AdvisoryOffside headlamp aim low just met requirements

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.

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

    Failure5 MOTs, 2009–2014

  • Oil leak, but not excessive engine

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Coil spring corroded All

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

27 tests since 3 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass131,791 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    131,791 miles
    Test number
    868140944020
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear bumper damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside headlamp aim low just met requirements

  2. Fail131,787 miles (+8,205)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,787 miles
    Test number
    444724809921
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear bumper damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside headlamp aim low just met requirements
    • AdvisoryReverse lamps not working

  3. Pass123,582 miles (+7,495)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    123,582 miles
    Test number
    500492603454
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake back plate deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass116,087 miles (+6,126)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    116,087 miles
    Test number
    671897845496
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass109,961 miles (+5)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    109,961 miles
    Test number
    153127457410
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNo reverse lights
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis has multiple repairs (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Fail109,956 miles (+3,805)3 dangerous9 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,956 miles
    Test number
    898852749095
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested Not tested due to braking issues along with needing a gradient brake test (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Upper wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Upper Wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Body mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Body mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Body mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Body mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNo reverse lights
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel binding and cannot be spun
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Multiple repairs (6.1.1 (d) (i))

  7. Pass106,151 miles (+7,812)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    106,151 miles
    Test number
    803007514507
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. nearside slightly lagging in effort (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin borderline (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside front chassis slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryVarious underbody corrosion

  8. Pass98,339 miles (+13,752)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    98,339 miles
    Test number
    262366233371
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  9. Pass84,587 miles (-82,386)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    84,587 miles
    Test number
    887012079404

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass166,973 miles (+3,579)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    166,973 miles
    Test number
    776925355085
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • NoteSurface corrosion rear of chassis

  11. Pass163,394 miles (+8)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    163,394 miles
    Test number
    387485834095
    • NoteRear chassis corroded

  12. Fail163,386 miles (+7,736)7 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,386 miles
    Test number
    537080034066
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear Panhard rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear chassis corroded

  13. Pass155,650 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    155,650 miles
    Test number
    138403823026
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear chassis corroded

  14. Fail155,646 miles (+7,830)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,646 miles
    Test number
    115753123024
    • FailureNearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureRear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear chassis corroded

  15. Pass147,816 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    147,816 miles
    Test number
    235827822043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail147,808 miles (+14,031)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,808 miles
    Test number
    585517722019
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.3.2b)

  17. Pass133,777 miles (+71)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    133,777 miles
    Test number
    768257011034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail133,706 miles (+11,743)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,706 miles
    Test number
    455534311085
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

  19. Pass121,963 miles (+25)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    121,963 miles
    Test number
    580139530095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail121,938 miles (+10,909)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,938 miles
    Test number
    873769520078
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureParking brake lever, pawl mechanism pivots or their associated mountings are insecure (3.1.4b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass111,029 miles (+68)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    111,029 miles
    Test number
    592113149021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail110,961 miles (+13,373)17 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,961 miles
    Test number
    510160639045
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureCentre Rear passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.3)
    • FailureCentre Seat belt affected by an insecure seat fixing (5.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt affected by an insecure seat fixing (5.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt affected by an insecure seat fixing (5.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass97,588 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    97,588 miles
    Test number
    921253038009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail97,581 miles (+10,780)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,581 miles
    Test number
    640392238005
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass86,801 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    86,801 miles
    Test number
    292989827008
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  26. Fail86,799 miles (+11,059)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,799 miles
    Test number
    433056727058
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  27. Pass75,740 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    75,740 miles
    Test number
    481974636040
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Questions about V652 GCY

Does V652 GCY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V652 GCY is valid until 11 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on V652 GCY?
The MOT on V652 GCY is valid until 11 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V652 GCY done?
V652 GCY was recorded at 131,791 miles at its MOT on 6 Jan 2026, an average of 2,813 miles a year.
Has V652 GCY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V652 GCY has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on V652 GCY ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 20 Feb 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on V652 GCY find?
V652 GCY passed its latest MOT on 6 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear bumper damaged; offside headlamp aim low just met requirements.

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