
Land Rover Discovery
Red · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc
V688 GSNMOT history
V688 GSN is a red diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 23 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 3 Dec 2021 and it has passed 15 of 26 MOT tests, with 202,030 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Nov 2021.

- MOT
- Expired
- On 3 Dec 2021
- Mileage
- 202,030 mi
- At MOT on 26 Nov 2021
- MOT tests
- 26
- 15 passed · 11 failed
- Per year
- 6,481 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- V688 GSN
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Land Rover
- Model
- Discovery
- Colour
- Red
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 2,495 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 1999
- First used
- 23 Dec 1999
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 3 Dec 2021
- Latest MOT test
- 26 Nov 2021 (Fail)
Mileage history
V688 GSN was last recorded at 202,030 miles on 26 Nov 2021, 22,661 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Nov 2020.
- Previous MOT
- 179,369 miles · 26 Nov 2020
- Between the last two tests
- 22,661 miles
- Average per year
- 6,481 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2021 – 202,030 miles
- 2020 – 179,369 miles
- 2019 – 172,326 miles
- 2018 – 165,642 miles
- 2017 – 160,731 miles
- 2016 – 154,233 miles
- 2015 – 144,228 miles
- 2014 – 139,066 miles
- 2013 – 133,698 miles
- 2012 – 130,973 miles
- 2011 – 128,963 miles
- 2010 – 123,125 miles
- 2009 – 119,025 miles
- 2008 – 114,121 miles
- 2007 – 109,406 miles
- 2006 – 101,900 miles
What the latest MOT found
- DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) missing (1.1.13 (c))
- DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
- MajorNearside Front Lower Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis above axle (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Outer Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
- MajorOffside Rear Lower Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis above axle (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorPower steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))
- MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
- AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced thin in places,chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
- AdvisorySlight oil leak rear diff
- AdvisoryStone chip on windscreen
- AdvisorySuspension warning light on
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.
Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Advisory6 MOTs, 2011–2017
Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread
Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2020
Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2015
Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt
Minor3 MOTs, 2019
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Advisory3 MOTs, 2019
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Advisory3 MOTs, 2019
Full MOT history
26 tests since 15 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Fail202,030 miles (+22,661)2 dangerous9 major1 minor9 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 202,030 miles
- Test number
- 973072363909
- DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) missing (1.1.13 (c))
- DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
- MajorNearside Front Lower Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis above axle (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Outer Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Lower Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis above axle (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorPower steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))
- MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced thin in places,chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
- AdvisorySlight oil leak rear diff
- AdvisoryStone chip on windscreen
- AdvisorySuspension warning light on
Pass179,369 miles1 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 3 Dec 2021
- Odometer
- 179,369 miles
- Test number
- 648551602344
- MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryRear seats removed at time of test
Fail179,369 miles (+7,043)6 major1 minor7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 179,369 miles
- Test number
- 966350762792
- MajorNearside Front Brake prescribed area is excessively corroded abs pump (1.1.21 (e) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryRear seats removed at time of test
Pass172,326 miles (+3)1 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 3 Dec 2020
- Odometer
- 172,326 miles
- Test number
- 845841025285
- MinorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive steering box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail172,323 miles2 major1 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 172,323 miles
- Test number
- 737332854857
- MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassie rail (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MinorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive steering box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail172,323 miles (+6,681)8 major1 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 172,323 miles
- Test number
- 934672654491
- MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
- MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault traction control (7.12 (e))
- MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassie rail (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- MinorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive steering box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryAir compresser run continuous
Pass165,642 miles3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 30 Oct 2019
- Odometer
- 165,642 miles
- Test number
- 166875864490
- AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component box (2.1.5 (a))
- AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
Fail165,642 miles (+4,911)3 major3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 165,642 miles
- Test number
- 721576434867
- MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component box (2.1.5 (a))
- AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
Pass160,731 miles (+6,498)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 30 Oct 2018
- Odometer
- 160,731 miles
- Test number
- 467219761645
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Pass154,233 miles (+10,005)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 30 Oct 2017
- Odometer
- 154,233 miles
- Test number
- 778759350234
- AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
- AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Fail144,228 miles1 repaired4 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 144,228 miles
- Test number
- 646039285001
- Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
- AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
- NoteOffside front brake binding
Pass144,228 miles (+5,162)4 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 17 Apr 2016
- Odometer
- 144,228 miles
- Test number
- 758239385062
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
- AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
- NoteOffside front brake binding
Pass139,066 miles (+5,368)1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- 17 Apr 2015
- Odometer
- 139,066 miles
- Test number
- 317104084068
- AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
- NoteCorrosion nearside rear chasssis
Pass133,698 miles (+7)3 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 17 Apr 2014
- Odometer
- 133,698 miles
- Test number
- 546452583026
- AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
- AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- NoteCorrosion rear chassis
Fail133,691 miles (+2,718)6 failures3 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 133,691 miles
- Test number
- 119094073444
- FailureFront Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
- FailureNearside Rear 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 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 Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
- FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
- FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
- AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- NoteCorrosion rear chassis
Pass130,973 miles4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 17 Apr 2013
- Odometer
- 130,973 miles
- Test number
- 339008482014
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
- AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Fail130,973 miles (+2,010)3 repaired4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 130,973 miles
- Test number
- 356298282030
- Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
- Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
- AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Pass128,963 miles (+5,838)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 17 Apr 2012
- Odometer
- 128,963 miles
- Test number
- 587772881038
- AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Pass123,125 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 17 Apr 2011
- Odometer
- 123,125 miles
- Test number
- 120969770003
- AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
Fail123,125 miles (+4,100)2 failures2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 123,125 miles
- Test number
- 613449370070
- FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
- FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
Pass119,025 miles (+2)2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 17 Apr 2010
- Odometer
- 119,025 miles
- Test number
- 631727909103
- NoteAdvise offside front tyre badly perished
- NoteAdvise-nearside rear tyre damaged on inner sidewall
Fail119,023 miles (+4,902)1 failure2 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 119,023 miles
- Test number
- 841126609177
- FailureOffside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
- NoteAdvise offside front tyre badly perished
- NoteAdvise-nearside rear tyre damaged on inner sidewall
Pass114,121 miles4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 17 Apr 2009
- Odometer
- 114,121 miles
- Test number
- 331369808100
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
Fail114,121 miles (+4,715)10 failures4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 114,121 miles
- Test number
- 231078208186
- FailureNearside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
- FailureNearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
- FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
- FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- FailureOffside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
- FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
- FailureOffside Rear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
- FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
Pass109,406 miles (+7,506)
- MOT expiry
- 21 Jun 2008
- Odometer
- 109,406 miles
- Test number
- 842043777167
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass101,900 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 14 Jun 2007
- Odometer
- 101,900 miles
- Test number
- 331206766127
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Questions about V688 GSN
- Does V688 GSN currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on V688 GSN expired on 3 Dec 2021, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on V688 GSN?
- The MOT on V688 GSN expired on 3 Dec 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has V688 GSN done?
- V688 GSN was recorded at 202,030 miles at its MOT on 26 Nov 2021, an average of 6,481 miles a year.
- Has V688 GSN ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. V688 GSN has failed 11 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Nov 2021.
- Has the mileage on V688 GSN 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 V688 GSN find?
- V688 GSN failed its latest MOT on 26 Nov 2021 with 2 dangerous defects, 9 major defects, 1 minor defect and 9 advisories: nearside rear brake pad(s) missing; rear brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick; front registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements, and 18 more.
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