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Land Rover Discovery

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

V720 HWOMOT history

V720 HWO is a blue diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 14 Oct 1999. Its MOT is valid until 9 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 79,051 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Apr 2026.

V720 HWO 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 9 Apr 2027
Mileage
79,051 mi
At MOT on 10 Apr 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,137 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V720 HWO
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
14 Oct 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V720 HWO was last recorded at 79,051 miles on 10 Apr 2026, 839 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,212 miles · 17 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
839 miles
Average per year
3,137 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 79,051 miles
  • 2025 – 78,212 miles
  • 2024 – 76,797 miles
  • 2023 – 73,732 miles
  • 2022 – 70,503 miles
  • 2020 – 69,282 miles
  • 2019 – 60,199 miles
  • 2018 – 57,042 miles
  • 2017 – 52,951 miles
  • 2016 – 48,660 miles
  • 2015 – 44,566 miles
  • 2014 – 39,138 miles
  • 2013 – 34,309 miles
  • 2012 – 32,631 miles
  • 2011 – 29,532 miles
  • 2010 – 26,580 miles
  • 2009 – 23,388 miles
  • 2008 – 21,264 miles
  • 2007 – 18,694 miles
  • 2006 – 15,983 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass79,051 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint has slight play upper and lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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 Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

28 tests since 2 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass79,051 miles (+839)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    79,051 miles
    Test number
    953363364518
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint has slight play upper and lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass78,212 miles (+1,415)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    78,212 miles
    Test number
    887777202033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass76,797 miles (+3,065)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    76,797 miles
    Test number
    264908270239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass73,732 miles (+3,229)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    73,732 miles
    Test number
    834990595217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass70,503 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    70,503 miles
    Test number
    365833940221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    770458304819

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass69,282 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    69,282 miles
    Test number
    904548208435
    • MinorFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  8. Fail69,282 miles (+9,083)5 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,282 miles
    Test number
    120255769311
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced marked (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced marked (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength fuel filter area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  9. Pass60,199 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    60,199 miles
    Test number
    111590933578

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail60,199 miles (+3,157)5 dangerous5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,199 miles
    Test number
    363351212581
    • DangerousNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering shock mount (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Body mounting fixings insecure such that stability is seriously impaired needs welding (6.2.2 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected chassis (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass57,042 miles (+4,091)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    57,042 miles
    Test number
    952822629393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass52,951 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    52,951 miles
    Test number
    902800073274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail52,951 miles (+4,291)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,951 miles
    Test number
    167548943164
    • FailureFuel system component leaking engine bay (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened x2 (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass48,660 miles (+7)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    48,660 miles
    Test number
    668638364253
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  15. Fail48,653 miles (+4,087)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,653 miles
    Test number
    152754753401
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings o/s inner sill holed (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  16. Pass44,566 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    44,566 miles
    Test number
    975796385030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail44,566 miles (+5,428)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,566 miles
    Test number
    948244285022
    • FailureNearside Front Steering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.2.B.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.2.B.1b)

  18. Pass39,138 miles (+4,829)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    39,138 miles
    Test number
    189629474071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass34,309 miles (+1,678)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    34,309 miles
    Test number
    148274163033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass32,631 miles (+3,099)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    32,631 miles
    Test number
    517413872079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass29,532 miles (+2,952)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    29,532 miles
    Test number
    545792281009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass26,580 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    26,580 miles
    Test number
    651591470084
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteAll 4 tyres slightly perished
    • NoteO/s and n/s rear bump stops missing

  23. Fail26,580 miles (+3,192)1 dangerous2 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,580 miles
    Test number
    131757360081
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteAll 4 tyres slightly perished
    • NoteO/s and n/s rear bump stops missing

  24. Pass23,388 miles (+2,124)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    23,388 miles
    Test number
    801876979032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass21,264 miles (+2,570)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    21,264 miles
    Test number
    444032778087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass18,694 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    18,694 miles
    Test number
    254917767039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail18,677 miles (+2,694)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,677 miles
    Test number
    173525567081
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

  28. Pass15,983 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    15,983 miles
    Test number
    122571366418
    • NoteOil leak

Questions about V720 HWO

Does V720 HWO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V720 HWO is valid until 9 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on V720 HWO?
The MOT on V720 HWO is valid until 9 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V720 HWO done?
V720 HWO was recorded at 79,051 miles at its MOT on 10 Apr 2026, an average of 3,137 miles a year.
Has V720 HWO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V720 HWO has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Mar 2020.
Has the mileage on V720 HWO 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 V720 HWO find?
V720 HWO passed its latest MOT on 10 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: front suspension arm ball joint has slight play upper and lower; rear vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced.

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