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Land Rover Discovery

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

V690 FDLMOT history

V690 FDL is a red diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 30 Sept 1999. Its MOT is valid until 31 Jul 2027 and it has passed 22 of 32 MOT tests, with 142,123 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Aug 2026.

V690 FDL red 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 31 Jul 2027
Mileage
142,123 mi
At MOT on 1 Aug 2026
MOT tests
32
22 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,898 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V690 FDL
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
30 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V690 FDL was last recorded at 142,123 miles on 1 Aug 2026, 906 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
141,217 miles · 18 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
906 miles
Average per year
3,898 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 142,123 miles
  • 2025 – 141,217 miles
  • 2024 – 139,256 miles
  • 2023 – 137,577 miles
  • 2022 – 137,430 miles
  • 2021 – 134,829 miles
  • 2020 – 132,446 miles
  • 2019 – 129,478 miles
  • 2018 – 125,511 miles
  • 2017 – 122,309 miles
  • 2016 – 118,131 miles
  • 2015 – 115,128 miles
  • 2014 – 110,825 miles
  • 2013 – 107,219 miles
  • 2012 – 103,619 miles
  • 2011 – 100,794 miles
  • 2010 – 97,010 miles
  • 2009 – 92,763 miles
  • 2008 – 87,826 miles
  • 2007 – 83,497 miles
  • 2006 – 71,655 miles
  • 2005 – 60,393 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,123 miles
  • AdvisoryCant see any pads due to rims covering them all round

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.

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2009–2012

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2011

  • Nearside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security 2nd mount under passenger floor corroded.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Top shock absorber mounts corroded.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

32 tests since 12 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass142,123 miles (+906)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    142,123 miles
    Test number
    944818376338
    • AdvisoryCant see any pads due to rims covering them all round

  2. Pass141,217 miles (+1,961)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    141,217 miles
    Test number
    926282032657
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass139,256 miles (+1,679)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    139,256 miles
    Test number
    386989571642

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass137,577 miles (+147)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    137,577 miles
    Test number
    454092867234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass137,430 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    137,430 miles
    Test number
    126074836944
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security 2nd mount under passenger floor corroded. (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  6. Fail137,430 miles (+2,601)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,430 miles
    Test number
    216509389982
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Shocker mounting outer chassis face holed inside mounting. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security 2nd mount under passenger floor corroded. (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  7. Pass134,829 miles (+23)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    134,829 miles
    Test number
    182983734944
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Front surface of body mounting corroded. (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Top shock absorber mounts corroded. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Top shock absorber mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySide steps very corroded both sides.

  8. Fail134,806 miles (+2,360)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,806 miles
    Test number
    340154407325
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill closure corroded through adjacent to body mounting. (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Front surface of body mounting corroded. (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Top shock absorber mounts corroded. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Top shock absorber mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySide steps very corroded both sides.

  9. Pass132,446 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    132,446 miles
    Test number
    519104190284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail132,446 miles (+2,968)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,446 miles
    Test number
    128889430108
    • MajorDrag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  11. Pass129,478 miles (+49)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    129,478 miles
    Test number
    575244764640

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail129,429 miles (+3,918)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,429 miles
    Test number
    183115148233
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit Tested to 2.18 manafacturers plate limit. (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Patch of rust and pitting on outer face. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass125,511 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    125,511 miles
    Test number
    535801265997
    • MinorNearside Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Bullseye in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

  14. Fail125,511 miles (+3,202)5 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,511 miles
    Test number
    738502810653
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Bullseye in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

  15. Pass122,309 miles (+23)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    122,309 miles
    Test number
    100903781577
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs worn
    • AdvisoryOil leaks
    • AdvisoryRear tyres are very perished
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion on the chassis

  16. Fail122,286 miles (+4,155)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,286 miles
    Test number
    280798542995
    • FailureNearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leaks
    • AdvisoryRear tyres are very perished
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion on the chassis

  17. Pass118,131 miles (+3,003)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    118,131 miles
    Test number
    912788975552
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer c.v boot has a pin hole
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear bump stop missing
    • AdvisorySlight engine oil leak.

  18. Pass115,128 miles (+4,303)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    115,128 miles
    Test number
    915426355167
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  19. Pass110,825 miles (+3,606)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    110,825 miles
    Test number
    608174474115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass107,219 miles (+3,600)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    107,219 miles
    Test number
    626919663138
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Pass103,619 miles (+2,825)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    103,619 miles
    Test number
    566919272166
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass100,794 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    100,794 miles
    Test number
    776612221295
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteLip on front brake discs
    • NoteOffside front cv gaiter weeping grease

  23. Fail100,794 miles (+3,784)1 failure3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,794 miles
    Test number
    845941721270
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteLip on front brake discs
    • NoteOffside front cv gaiter weeping grease

  24. Pass97,010 miles (+4,247)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    97,010 miles
    Test number
    251716120205
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront brake discs lipped

  25. Pass92,763 miles (+4,937)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    92,763 miles
    Test number
    574516419279
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOffside front outer c.v.gaiter leaking slightly

  26. Fail87,826 miles2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,826 miles
    Test number
    393722028439
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • NoteRear tyres getting low
    • NoteSome grease around cv boot area no evidence of split cv boot

  27. Pass87,826 miles (+4,329)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    87,826 miles
    Test number
    931572728295
    • NoteRear tyres getting low
    • NoteSome grease around cv boot area no evidence of split cv boot

  28. Pass83,497 miles (+11,842)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    83,497 miles
    Test number
    454486427239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass71,655 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    71,655 miles
    Test number
    832280326257
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  30. Fail71,655 miles (+11,262)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,655 miles
    Test number
    402510826200
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureShock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  31. Pass60,393 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    60,393 miles
    Test number
    110287025242
    • 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)

  32. Fail60,393 miles2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,393 miles
    Test number
    501654925218
    • FailureFront Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about V690 FDL

Does V690 FDL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V690 FDL is valid until 31 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on V690 FDL?
The MOT on V690 FDL is valid until 31 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V690 FDL done?
V690 FDL was recorded at 142,123 miles at its MOT on 1 Aug 2026, an average of 3,898 miles a year.
Has V690 FDL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V690 FDL has failed 10 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jun 2022.
Has the mileage on V690 FDL 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 V690 FDL find?
V690 FDL passed its latest MOT on 1 Aug 2026 with 1 advisory: cant see any pads due to rims covering them all round.

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