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Land Rover Discovery

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

V729 GNDMOT history

V729 GND is a blue diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 29 Oct 1999. Its MOT expired on 9 Feb 2025 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 209,152 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Feb 2024.

V729 GND blue Land Rover Discovery – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Land Rover Discovery, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 9 Feb 2025
Mileage
209,152 mi
At MOT on 10 Feb 2024
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
9,368 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V729 GND
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
29 Oct 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Feb 2025
Latest MOT test
10 Feb 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

V729 GND was last recorded at 209,152 miles on 10 Feb 2024, 80,207 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Dec 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
128,945 miles · 19 Dec 2022
Between the last two tests
80,207 miles
Average per year
9,368 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 209,152 miles
  • 2022 – 128,945 miles
  • 2021 – 125,801 miles
  • 2020 – 124,225 miles
  • 2019 – 121,871 miles
  • 2018 – 120,560 miles
  • 2017 – 115,012 miles
  • 2016 – 112,659 miles
  • 2015 – 110,197 miles
  • 2014 – 101,337 miles
  • 2013 – 96,411 miles
  • 2012 – 89,652 miles
  • 2011 – 82,139 miles
  • 2010 – 74,275 miles
  • 2009 – 63,915 miles
  • 2008 – 53,575 miles
  • 2007 – 49,705 miles
  • 2006 – 46,893 miles
  • 2005 – 39,071 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass209,152 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorFront Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
  • MinorFront Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorRear Direction indicator insecure both sides (4.4.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisorySuspension arm ball joint has slight play and dust cover slightly deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryUnder vehicle general corrosion /covered with underseal

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 Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

24 tests since 15 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass209,152 miles4 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    209,152 miles
    Test number
    450010656605
    • MinorFront Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorRear Direction indicator insecure both sides (4.4.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm ball joint has slight play and dust cover slightly deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle general corrosion /covered with underseal
  2. Fail209,152 miles (+80,207)1 repaired4 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    209,152 miles
    Test number
    368569316537
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MinorFront Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorRear Direction indicator insecure both sides (4.4.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm ball joint has slight play and dust cover slightly deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle general corrosion /covered with underseal
  3. Pass128,945 miles (+3,144)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    128,945 miles
    Test number
    686017762694
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Pass125,801 miles (+1,576)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    125,801 miles
    Test number
    152394157465
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Pass124,225 miles (+2,354)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    124,225 miles
    Test number
    435675192259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass121,871 miles (+1,311)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    121,871 miles
    Test number
    568217147487
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leaks on gearbox
  7. Pass120,560 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    120,560 miles
    Test number
    520925109212
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear hub leaking oil
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear hub leaking oil
  8. Fail120,560 miles (+5,548)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,560 miles
    Test number
    215120111903
    • Repaired at testNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear hub leaking oil
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear hub leaking oil
  9. Pass115,012 miles (+2,353)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    115,012 miles
    Test number
    227990890703
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
  10. Pass112,659 miles (+2,462)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    112,659 miles
    Test number
    291328273164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass110,197 miles (+8,860)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    110,197 miles
    Test number
    376718875084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass101,337 miles (+4,926)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    101,337 miles
    Test number
    338496184033
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  13. Fail96,411 miles1 repaired4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,411 miles
    Test number
    138561293028
    • Repaired at testRear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  14. Pass96,411 miles (+6,759)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    96,411 miles
    Test number
    555561693030
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  15. Pass89,652 miles (+7,513)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    89,652 miles
    Test number
    148046992010
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  16. Pass82,139 miles (+7,864)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    82,139 miles
    Test number
    135602381496

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass74,275 miles (+10,360)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    74,275 miles
    Test number
    264445360026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass63,915 miles (+10,340)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    63,915 miles
    Test number
    381902669039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail53,575 miles4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,575 miles
    Test number
    352988188031
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
  20. Pass53,575 miles (+3,870)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    53,575 miles
    Test number
    861698888071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass49,705 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    49,705 miles
    Test number
    374712817213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail49,705 miles (+2,812)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,705 miles
    Test number
    481382917223
    • Repaired at testOffside Inner Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
  23. Pass46,893 miles (+7,822)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    46,893 miles
    Test number
    443983036312

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass39,071 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    39,071 miles
    Test number
    450629745475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V729 GND

Does V729 GND currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V729 GND expired on 9 Feb 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V729 GND?
The MOT on V729 GND expired on 9 Feb 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V729 GND done?
V729 GND was recorded at 209,152 miles at its MOT on 10 Feb 2024, an average of 9,368 miles a year.
Has V729 GND ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V729 GND has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on V729 GND 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 GND find?
V729 GND passed its latest MOT on 10 Feb 2024 with 4 minor defects and 4 advisories: front position lamp light intensity obviously reduced; front registration plate lamp insecure; nearside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated, and 5 more.

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