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Land Rover Discovery

Green · Diesel · 2000 · 2,495 cc

V730 NECMOT history

V730 NEC is a green diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 15 Feb 2000. Its MOT expired on 10 Dec 2025 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 160,784 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Dec 2024.

V730 NEC green 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 10 Dec 2025
Mileage
160,784 mi
At MOT on 11 Dec 2024
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,359 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V730 NEC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
15 Feb 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Dec 2025
Latest MOT test
11 Dec 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

V730 NEC was last recorded at 160,784 miles on 11 Dec 2024, 688 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 May 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
160,096 miles · 31 May 2023
Between the last two tests
688 miles
Average per year
5,359 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 160,784 miles
  • 2023 – 160,096 miles
  • 2022 – 154,539 miles
  • 2020 – 151,432 miles
  • 2019 – 147,807 miles
  • 2018 – 141,492 miles
  • 2016 – 140,643 miles
  • 2015 – 137,363 miles
  • 2013 – 128,427 miles
  • 2012 – 113,332 miles
  • 2011 – 96,450 miles
  • 2010 – 82,548 miles
  • 2009 – 76,763 miles
  • 2008 – 73,346 miles
  • 2007 – 68,101 miles
  • 2006 – 59,481 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass160,784 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes covered in mud (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively borderline (6.1.7 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
  • AdvisoryUnder body corrosion
  • AdvisoryVehicle covered in mud underneath
  • AdvisoryVehicle has been wax oiled underneath

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 Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2018

Full MOT history

23 tests since 16 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass160,784 miles (+688)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    160,784 miles
    Test number
    247714154290
    • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes covered in mud (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively borderline (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryUnder body corrosion
    • AdvisoryVehicle covered in mud underneath
    • AdvisoryVehicle has been wax oiled underneath

  2. Pass160,096 miles (+5,557)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2024
    Odometer
    160,096 miles
    Test number
    409718094028
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes cable tied to secure
    • AdvisoryUnderside and chassis painted black

  3. Pass154,539 miles (+3,107)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    154,539 miles
    Test number
    577944717351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass151,432 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    151,432 miles
    Test number
    608834758380
    • AdvisoryProp shaft damaged but serviceable flex drive (6.1.7 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear seats missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryTow hitch not fitted

  5. Fail151,432 miles (+3,625)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,432 miles
    Test number
    806094589571
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft damaged but serviceable flex drive (6.1.7 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear seats missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryTow hitch not fitted

  6. Pass147,807 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    147,807 miles
    Test number
    703489147977
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Mudguard insecure
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test all
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated rear (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Standard fitment seat belt missing all
    • AdvisoryRear wiperblade det.
    • AdvisoryTowball/hitch not fitted at time of test
    • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch all

  7. Fail147,807 miles (+6,315)2 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,807 miles
    Test number
    388579812472
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Mudguard insecure
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test all
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated rear (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Standard fitment seat belt missing all
    • AdvisoryRear wiperblade det.
    • AdvisoryTowball/hitch not fitted at time of test
    • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch all

  8. Pass141,492 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    141,492 miles
    Test number
    801090512778
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre cracking
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides chassie legs (2.4.A.3)

  9. Fail141,489 miles (+46)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,489 miles
    Test number
    924121335611
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre cracking
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides chassie legs (2.4.A.3)

  10. Fail141,443 miles (+800)4 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,443 miles
    Test number
    891319099353
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureSuspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Cross brace (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryFuel tank strap mount excessively corroded but fuel tank secure at present time.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules located on inner chassis rail. (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  11. Pass140,643 miles (+28)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    140,643 miles
    Test number
    665986355540
    • AdvisoryWelding been carried out to rear chassis been undersealed heavily

  12. Fail140,615 miles (+3,252)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,615 miles
    Test number
    547468142139
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

  13. Pass137,363 miles (+100)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    137,363 miles
    Test number
    285277125278
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  14. Fail137,263 miles (+8,836)9 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,263 miles
    Test number
    765815995111
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure inadequately repaired seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure inadequately repaired seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryLower Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteNearside fuel tank strap mounting corroded
    • NoteNearside rear suspension bump stop missing

  15. Pass128,427 miles (+15,095)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    128,427 miles
    Test number
    135228333387
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  16. Pass113,332 miles (+16,882)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    113,332 miles
    Test number
    428816572283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass96,450 miles (+13,902)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    96,450 miles
    Test number
    205463401405
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass82,548 miles (+5,785)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    82,548 miles
    Test number
    883086490095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass76,763 miles (+3,417)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    76,763 miles
    Test number
    783866489007
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  20. Pass73,346 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    73,346 miles
    Test number
    711982948005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail73,346 miles (+5,245)5 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,346 miles
    Test number
    794162748051
    • Repaired at testCentre Rear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  22. Pass68,101 miles (+8,620)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    68,101 miles
    Test number
    153079427064
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

  23. Pass59,481 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    59,481 miles
    Test number
    862536716020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V730 NEC

Does V730 NEC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V730 NEC expired on 10 Dec 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V730 NEC?
The MOT on V730 NEC expired on 10 Dec 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V730 NEC done?
V730 NEC was recorded at 160,784 miles at its MOT on 11 Dec 2024, an average of 5,359 miles a year.
Has V730 NEC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V730 NEC has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Dec 2020.
Has the mileage on V730 NEC 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 V730 NEC find?
V730 NEC passed its latest MOT on 11 Dec 2024 with 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: nearside front direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes covered in mud; central front prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively borderline, and 6 more.

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