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Land Rover Discovery

Green · Petrol · 2004 · 4,394 cc

V8 FBEMOT history

V8 FBE is a green petrol Land Rover Discovery first used on 23 Dec 2004. Its MOT expired on 12 May 2026 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 228,137 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 May 2025.

V8 FBE 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 12 May 2026
Mileage
228,137 mi
At MOT on 13 May 2025
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
11,922 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V8 FBE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,394 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
23 Dec 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 May 2026
Latest MOT test
13 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V8 FBE was last recorded at 228,137 miles on 13 May 2025, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
228,136 miles · 11 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
11,922 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 228,137 miles
  • 2024 – 206,043 miles
  • 2023 – 188,461 miles
  • 2021 – 174,529 miles
  • 2020 – 164,098 miles
  • 2019 – 152,106 miles
  • 2018 – 135,249 miles
  • 2017 – 112,629 miles
  • 2016 – 97,267 miles
  • 2015 – 82,131 miles
  • 2014 – 73,759 miles
  • 2013 – 64,493 miles
  • 2012 – 58,675 miles
  • 2011 – 50,109 miles
  • 2010 – 43,432 miles
  • 2009 – 33,392 miles
  • 2008 – 26,056 miles
  • 2007 – 20,779 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass228,137 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play Possible noise starting (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Rose joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Nearside Rear Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

26 tests since 21 Dec 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass228,137 miles (+1)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2026
    Odometer
    228,137 miles
    Test number
    399398100635
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play Possible noise starting (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Rose joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  2. Fail228,136 miles (+22,093)1 dangerous10 major4 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    228,136 miles
    Test number
    651441116766
    • DangerousOffside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Rose joint play just starting (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play Possible noise starting (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Rose joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySome general corrosion to floor ban ,suspension and brake components
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security rear chassis (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  3. Pass206,043 miles (+17,582)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    206,043 miles
    Test number
    485922636559
    • MinorFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Pass188,461 miles (+13,932)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    188,461 miles
    Test number
    641465714048
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
  5. Pass174,529 miles (+10,431)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    174,529 miles
    Test number
    933121318500
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySuspension component ball joint has slight play bottom ball joints both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front and back and inner and outer sills and floor area both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  6. Pass164,098 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    164,098 miles
    Test number
    661516457821
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Fail164,098 miles (+11,992)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,098 miles
    Test number
    474100959276
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass152,106 miles (+16,857)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    152,106 miles
    Test number
    239381373735
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement tie arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  9. Pass135,249 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    135,249 miles
    Test number
    278539837471
    • MinorHorn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x1 front to rear at rear above exhaust (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nail in tread and pressure low (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) nearside and offside
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  10. Fail135,249 miles (+22,620)2 repaired1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,249 miles
    Test number
    921264275246
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorHorn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x1 front to rear at rear above exhaust (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nail in tread and pressure low (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) nearside and offside
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  11. Pass112,629 miles (+15,362)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    112,629 miles
    Test number
    911760238685
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit very close to limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  12. Pass97,267 miles (+15,136)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    97,267 miles
    Test number
    862431563680

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass82,131 miles (+17)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    82,131 miles
    Test number
    744605082183
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  14. Fail82,114 miles (+8,355)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,114 miles
    Test number
    860337498561
    • FailureElectronic parking brake warning indicates a malfunction not working (3.1.7)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear of arm (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear of arm (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  15. Pass73,759 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    73,759 miles
    Test number
    189165504300
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  16. Fail73,758 miles (+9,265)1 dangerous3 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,758 miles
    Test number
    789234704316
    • DangerousService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  17. Pass64,493 miles (+12)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    64,493 miles
    Test number
    325443203387
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOffside steering arm has minor play
  18. Fail64,481 miles (+5,806)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,481 miles
    Test number
    279367093259
    • FailureNearside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOffside steering arm has minor play
  19. Pass58,675 miles (+8,566)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    58,675 miles
    Test number
    799116492286
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
  20. Pass50,109 miles (+6,677)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    50,109 miles
    Test number
    995365801310
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
  21. Pass43,432 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    43,432 miles
    Test number
    322566200329
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
  22. Fail43,431 miles (+10,039)1 failure5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,431 miles
    Test number
    371226200388
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteCoolant leak
  23. Pass33,392 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    33,392 miles
    Test number
    281982159384
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  24. Fail33,391 miles (+7,335)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,391 miles
    Test number
    993242259368
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  25. Pass26,056 miles (+5,277)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    26,056 miles
    Test number
    330103158327
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
  26. Pass20,779 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    20,779 miles
    Test number
    750445457339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V8 FBE

Does V8 FBE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V8 FBE expired on 12 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V8 FBE?
The MOT on V8 FBE expired on 12 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V8 FBE done?
V8 FBE was recorded at 228,137 miles at its MOT on 13 May 2025, an average of 11,922 miles a year.
Has V8 FBE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V8 FBE has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on V8 FBE 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 V8 FBE find?
V8 FBE passed its latest MOT on 13 May 2025 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside front headlamp lens slightly defective; offside front headlamp lens slightly defective; nearside front inner play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 2 more.

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