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Land Rover Discovery

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

V729 FCCMOT history

V729 FCC is a red diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 27 Aug 2027 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 157,119 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Aug 2026.

V729 FCC 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 27 Aug 2027
Mileage
157,119 mi
At MOT on 28 Aug 2026
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,437 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V729 FCC
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
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V729 FCC was last recorded at 157,119 miles on 28 Aug 2026, 4,282 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
152,837 miles · 7 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
4,282 miles
Average per year
3,437 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 157,119 miles
  • 2025 – 152,837 miles
  • 2024 – 139,111 miles
  • 2021 – 134,590 miles
  • 2020 – 132,403 miles
  • 2019 – 129,548 miles
  • 2018 – 127,062 miles
  • 2017 – 122,379 miles
  • 2011 – 110,206 miles
  • 2010 – 108,368 miles
  • 2009 – 102,013 miles
  • 2008 – 97,011 miles
  • 2007 – 91,520 miles
  • 2006 – 86,300 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass157,119 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Rear Rear passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position.

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2010

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

  • Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

Full MOT history

21 tests since 18 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass157,119 miles (+4,282)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    157,119 miles
    Test number
    737408244678

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass152,837 miles1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    152,837 miles
    Test number
    698784073358
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  3. Fail152,837 miles (+13,726)1 repaired1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,837 miles
    Test number
    512221971932
    • Repaired at testRear Rear fog lamp not working SWITCH SLIGHTLY FAULTY HAD TO PRESS 4 TIMES (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  4. Pass139,111 miles (+4,521)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    139,111 miles
    Test number
    182445863397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass134,590 miles (+309)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    134,590 miles
    Test number
    298534062784
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive ENGINE (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail134,281 miles (+1,878)4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,281 miles
    Test number
    862696821752
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner wing/bulkhead (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting bulkhead (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (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))

  7. Pass132,403 miles (+2,855)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    132,403 miles
    Test number
    358053916312
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  8. Pass129,548 miles (+2,486)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    129,548 miles
    Test number
    133856840749
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view outside zone A (3.2 (a) (i))

  9. Pass127,062 miles (+4,683)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    127,062 miles
    Test number
    432528384425
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryDamage to screen not in zone A

  10. Pass122,379 miles (+12,173)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    122,379 miles
    Test number
    125945454423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass110,206 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    110,206 miles
    Test number
    546379301271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail110,201 miles (+1,833)2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,201 miles
    Test number
    497888701275
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • 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)
    • NoteBad oil leak

  13. Pass108,368 miles (+8)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    108,368 miles
    Test number
    660967290070
    • NoteOil leak

  14. Fail108,360 miles (+6,347)7 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,360 miles
    Test number
    940986690007
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.3)
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Pass102,013 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    102,013 miles
    Test number
    443170499063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail102,006 miles (+4,995)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,006 miles
    Test number
    104269889467
    • FailureNearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.3)

  17. Pass97,011 miles (+421)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    97,011 miles
    Test number
    491340108130
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • NoteBoth rear reflectors crackered
    • NoteCondensation in n/s/r reflector lens
    • NoteFuel cap cover unable to open unless the use of screw driver

  18. Fail96,590 miles (+5,070)5 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,590 miles
    Test number
    321514098050
    • FailureAn item not tested (Manual)
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • NoteBoth rear reflectors crackered
    • NoteCondensation in n/s/r reflector lens
    • NoteFuel cap cover unable to open unless the use of screw driver

  19. Pass91,520 miles (+5,220)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    91,520 miles
    Test number
    693823997017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass86,300 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    86,300 miles
    Test number
    852079016028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail86,300 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,300 miles
    Test number
    280478216024
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Questions about V729 FCC

Does V729 FCC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V729 FCC is valid until 27 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on V729 FCC?
The MOT on V729 FCC is valid until 27 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V729 FCC done?
V729 FCC was recorded at 157,119 miles at its MOT on 28 Aug 2026, an average of 3,437 miles a year.
Has V729 FCC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V729 FCC has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on V729 FCC 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 V729 FCC find?
V729 FCC passed its latest MOT on 28 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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