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Land Rover Discovery

Grey · Diesel · 1999 · 2,487 cc

V696 AFEMOT history

V696 AFE is a grey diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 2 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 12 May 2027 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 163,012 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 May 2026.

V696 AFE grey 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 12 May 2027
Mileage
163,012 mi
At MOT on 13 May 2026
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,490 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V696 AFE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,487 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
2 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 May 2027
Latest MOT test
13 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V696 AFE was last recorded at 163,012 miles on 13 May 2026, 1,855 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Apr 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 27 Jun 2011: 97,233 miles, lower than 147,544 miles on 1 Dec 2009.

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
161,157 miles · 3 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
1,855 miles
Average per year
3,490 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 163,012 miles
  • 2025 – 141,009 miles
  • 2023 – 140,907 miles
  • 2022 – 140,885 miles
  • 2020 – 140,673 miles
  • 2019 – 137,184 miles
  • 2018 – 132,615 miles
  • 2017 – 127,202 miles
  • 2016 – 122,395 miles
  • 2015 – 117,350 miles
  • 2014 – 112,416 miles
  • 2013 – 107,464 miles
  • 2012 – 101,848 miles
  • 2011 – 97,233 miles
  • 2009 – 147,544 miles
  • 2008 – 133,228 miles
  • 2007 – 119,433 miles
  • 2006 – 105,439 miles
  • 2005 – 91,502 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass163,012 miles
  • MinorDriver's door hinge deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed check strap missing (6.2.3 (c) (i))
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear lens cracked
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced bottom of a pillar corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive at sump area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryCorroded at fuel pipe fixings not excessiveRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryHandbrake warning lamp not going off when handbrake released

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

26 tests since 16 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass163,012 miles (+1,855)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2027
    Odometer
    163,012 miles
    Test number
    220410671122
    • MinorDriver's door hinge deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed check strap missing (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear lens cracked
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced bottom of a pillar corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive at sump area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryCorroded at fuel pipe fixings not excessive
    • AdvisoryHandbrake warning lamp not going off when handbrake released

  2. Fail161,157 miles (+20,148)7 major3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,157 miles
    Test number
    428968980497
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested headlight motor for adjusting beam height inop (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arch bulk head corroded within 30cm of prescibed area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer rigger body mount corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working side light inop (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view cracked ns of glass (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDriver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed check strap missing (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear lens cracked no white light showing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced bottom of "A" pillar corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive oil leak at engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryCorroded at fuel pipe fixings not excessive
    • AdvisoryHand brake warning not going off when handbrake released

  3. Pass141,009 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    141,009 miles
    Test number
    166278410193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail141,003 miles (+96)7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,003 miles
    Test number
    453509685966
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel Brake pedal spongey (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension locking device missing Hub nut missing (5.3.6 (b))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  5. Pass140,907 miles (+22)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2024
    Odometer
    140,907 miles
    Test number
    379193626022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass140,885 miles (+212)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2023
    Odometer
    140,885 miles
    Test number
    704301468249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass140,673 miles (+3,489)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    140,673 miles
    Test number
    711087037376
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass137,184 miles (+4,569)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    137,184 miles
    Test number
    712963045478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass132,615 miles (+5,413)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    132,615 miles
    Test number
    347135419801
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear body corroded by body mounting
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front body corroded by body mounting
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass127,202 miles (+4,807)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    127,202 miles
    Test number
    638574441949
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass122,395 miles (+5,045)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    122,395 miles
    Test number
    848021766149
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexi (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

  12. Pass117,350 miles (+4,934)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    117,350 miles
    Test number
    388396005468
    • 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 Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • 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)

  13. Pass112,416 miles (+4,952)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    112,416 miles
    Test number
    376537404409
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass107,464 miles (+5,616)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    107,464 miles
    Test number
    447377703286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass101,848 miles (+4,615)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    101,848 miles
    Test number
    285349372135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass97,233 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    97,233 miles
    Test number
    546328671170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail97,233 miles (-50,311)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,233 miles
    Test number
    987478671115
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  18. Pass147,544 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    147,544 miles
    Test number
    474495939392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail147,544 miles (+14,316)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,544 miles
    Test number
    681225239389
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  20. Pass133,228 miles (+77)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    133,228 miles
    Test number
    991026938375
    • NoteSlight corrosion to various parts of chassis

  21. Fail133,151 miles (+13,718)6 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,151 miles
    Test number
    421131938390
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Axle has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • NoteSlight corrosion to various parts of chassis

  22. Pass119,433 miles (+13,994)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    119,433 miles
    Test number
    944977027375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass105,439 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    105,439 miles
    Test number
    133198736306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail105,435 miles (+13,933)3 dangerous3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,435 miles
    Test number
    230385436378
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureBrake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  25. Pass91,502 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    91,502 miles
    Test number
    473280825447

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail91,502 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,502 miles
    Test number
    891360625336
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Questions about V696 AFE

Does V696 AFE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V696 AFE is valid until 12 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on V696 AFE?
The MOT on V696 AFE is valid until 12 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V696 AFE done?
V696 AFE was recorded at 163,012 miles at its MOT on 13 May 2026, an average of 3,490 miles a year.
Has V696 AFE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V696 AFE has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on V696 AFE ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 27 Jun 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on V696 AFE find?
V696 AFE passed its latest MOT on 13 May 2026 with 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: driver's door hinge deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed check strap missing; front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside rear lens cracked, and 5 more.

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