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Land Rover Discovery

Red · Petrol · 2001 · 3,950 cc

V8 LAEMOT history

V8 LAE is a red petrol Land Rover Discovery first used on 30 Apr 2001. Its MOT is valid until 15 Jan 2027 and it has passed 17 of 29 MOT tests, with 103,079 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jan 2026.

V8 LAE 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 15 Jan 2027
Mileage
103,079 mi
At MOT on 16 Jan 2026
MOT tests
29
17 passed · 12 failed
Per year
3,209 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V8 LAE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,950 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
30 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V8 LAE was last recorded at 103,079 miles on 16 Jan 2026, 107 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
102,972 miles · 17 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
107 miles
Average per year
3,209 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 103,079 miles
  • 2025 – 102,972 miles
  • 2024 – 102,292 miles
  • 2023 – 101,827 miles
  • 2022 – 101,355 miles
  • 2020 – 99,869 miles
  • 2019 – 95,305 miles
  • 2018 – 93,252 miles
  • 2017 – 90,648 miles
  • 2016 – 87,963 miles
  • 2015 – 86,066 miles
  • 2014 – 84,568 miles
  • 2012 – 82,566 miles
  • 2010 – 67,265 miles
  • 2009 – 53,153 miles
  • 2007 – 44,395 miles
  • 2006 – 39,870 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,079 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryO/s/r chassis corroded

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.

  • Offside rear brake backplate corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front inner arch corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front inner arch corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

29 tests since 6 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass103,079 miles (+107)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    103,079 miles
    Test number
    166716237663
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryO/s/r chassis corroded
  2. Fail102,972 miles (+680)18 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,972 miles
    Test number
    931741239153
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users axel seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorPower steering component leaking steering box (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake is causing the steering wheel to severely pull one way (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake is causing the vehicle to swerve to the nearside (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner arch corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear indicator cracked/holed in cover
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear light cover cracked/holed
    • AdvisoryOffside Front inner arch corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre 255/55/18
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront bumper damaged
  3. Pass102,292 miles (+1)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    102,292 miles
    Test number
    396589387781
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront bumper damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner arch corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to brake hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front inner arch corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  4. Fail102,291 miles (+464)12 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,291 miles
    Test number
    798663628447
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to brake hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting step mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension pipe leaking (5.3.5 (c))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorPower steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorSteering box leaking to the extent that oil is dripping (2.1.1 (e) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass101,827 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2024
    Odometer
    101,827 miles
    Test number
    125110350804
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn axle stabilizer bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Fail101,827 miles (+472)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,827 miles
    Test number
    293368295056
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn axle stabilizer bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  7. Pass101,355 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2023
    Odometer
    101,355 miles
    Test number
    307150240217
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Fail101,355 miles (+1,486)1 dangerous9 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,355 miles
    Test number
    133238911962
    • DangerousFront Prop shaft joint so worn it is likely to fail front prop rear joint (6.1.7 (c) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Towbar attachment insecure attachment bracket broken and catching steering damper (6.1.6 (c) (i))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn axle tie bar rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  9. Pass99,869 miles (+4,564)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    99,869 miles
    Test number
    538980851157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass95,305 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    95,305 miles
    Test number
    572483707744
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake backplate corroded
  11. Fail95,305 miles (+2,053)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,305 miles
    Test number
    399697785319
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Towbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting chassis (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake backplate corroded
  12. Pass93,252 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    93,252 miles
    Test number
    611258569685
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre to rear exhaust flange corroded but still secure
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake backplate corroded
  13. Fail93,251 miles (+2,603)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,251 miles
    Test number
    112054044250
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre to rear exhaust flange corroded but still secure
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake backplate corroded
  14. Pass90,648 miles (+2,685)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    90,648 miles
    Test number
    285274842064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass87,963 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    87,963 miles
    Test number
    626137076228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail87,963 miles (+1,897)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,963 miles
    Test number
    911770727799
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
  17. Pass86,066 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    86,066 miles
    Test number
    199110595068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail86,066 miles (+1,498)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,066 miles
    Test number
    855360095023
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
  19. Fail84,568 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,568 miles
    Test number
    848858414178
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
  20. Pass84,568 miles (+2,002)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    84,568 miles
    Test number
    896168114132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail82,566 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,566 miles
    Test number
    698262952328
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
  22. Pass82,566 miles (+4,862)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    82,566 miles
    Test number
    755062752322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass77,704 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    77,704 miles
    Test number
    265115602019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail77,698 miles (+10,433)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,698 miles
    Test number
    625904502065
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
  25. Pass67,265 miles (+14,112)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    67,265 miles
    Test number
    560376260168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass53,153 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    53,153 miles
    Test number
    273931099492

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail53,153 miles (+8,758)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,153 miles
    Test number
    760085889102
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
  28. Pass44,395 miles (+4,525)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    44,395 miles
    Test number
    152685817014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass39,870 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2007
    Odometer
    39,870 miles
    Test number
    841996726103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V8 LAE

Does V8 LAE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V8 LAE is valid until 15 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on V8 LAE?
The MOT on V8 LAE is valid until 15 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V8 LAE done?
V8 LAE was recorded at 103,079 miles at its MOT on 16 Jan 2026, an average of 3,209 miles a year.
Has V8 LAE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V8 LAE has failed 12 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on V8 LAE 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 LAE find?
V8 LAE passed its latest MOT on 16 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both; oil leak, but not excessive, and 2 more.

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