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Land Rover Discovery

Green · Diesel · 2001 · 2,495 cc

X788 WHCMOT history

X788 WHC is a green diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 28 Feb 2001. Its MOT is valid until 4 Oct 2027 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 186,405 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Oct 2026.

X788 WHC green 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 4 Oct 2027
Mileage
186,405 mi
At MOT on 5 Oct 2026
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
7,427 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X788 WHC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
28 Feb 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X788 WHC was last recorded at 186,405 miles on 5 Oct 2026, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Sept 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 2 Jun 2016: 84,369 miles, lower than 125,563 miles on 25 May 2015.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
186,398 miles · 9 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
7,427 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 186,405 miles
  • 2025 – 165,848 miles
  • 2024 – 154,309 miles
  • 2023 – 139,851 miles
  • 2021 – 135,919 miles
  • 2020 – 132,259 miles
  • 2019 – 118,427 miles
  • 2018 – 105,145 miles
  • 2017 – 92,609 miles
  • 2016 – 84,369 miles
  • 2015 – 125,563 miles
  • 2014 – 71,606 miles
  • 2013 – 68,866 miles
  • 2012 – 63,980 miles
  • 2011 – 59,486 miles
  • 2010 – 54,260 miles
  • 2009 – 49,896 miles
  • 2008 – 45,609 miles
  • 2007 – 40,585 miles
  • 2006 – 36,614 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass186,405 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive On engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner arch area

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

31 tests since 4 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass186,405 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    186,405 miles
    Test number
    277003303854
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive On engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Fail186,398 miles (+20,550)1 dangerous17 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,398 miles
    Test number
    260082040761
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system Near flexi union (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Lower watts linkage suspension arm, outer bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Brake pipe excessively corroded No/s band o/s rigid to flexi union (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play Box to hub drag link (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users Axle seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Centre to rear rigid pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Passenger's seat with a defective structure Boot n/s seat does not unfold (6.2.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt webbing significantly weakened cut from edge greater than 2mm (7.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively damaged Kicker plate under master cylinder/pedal box (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Lower ball joint hub to axle (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn Upper and lower ball joints worn hub to axle (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Centre too rigid pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Passenger's seat with a defective structure Boot o/s seat backrest insecure/does not lock (6.2.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt webbing significantly weakened cut from edge greater than 2mm (7.1.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass165,848 miles (+11,539)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    165,848 miles
    Test number
    473061347717
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive sump an gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Pass154,309 miles (+10)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    154,309 miles
    Test number
    839405374405
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner arch area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Fail154,299 miles (+14,448)2 dangerous3 major1 repaired14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,299 miles
    Test number
    103752675105
    • DangerousOffside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Inner brake pads STRONG ADVISE (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner arch area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge STRONG ADVISE (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Inner brake pads STRONG ADVISE (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Pass139,851 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    139,851 miles
    Test number
    178518912538
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play back track rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  7. Fail139,851 miles (+3,932)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,851 miles
    Test number
    328628545696
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light showing white light (4.5.4 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play back track rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  8. Pass135,919 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    135,919 miles
    Test number
    843259998920
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front half shaft oil seal leaking
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and undertrays fitted
  9. Fail135,919 miles (+3,660)1 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,919 miles
    Test number
    673615944669
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front half shaft oil seal leaking
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and undertrays fitted
  10. Pass132,259 miles (+119)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    132,259 miles
    Test number
    747938708669
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  11. Fail132,140 miles (+13,713)1 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,140 miles
    Test number
    459248536958
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  12. Pass118,427 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    118,427 miles
    Test number
    452701347876
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low
  13. Fail118,427 miles (+13,282)4 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,427 miles
    Test number
    396918896690
    • DangerousFuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low
  14. Pass105,145 miles (+5)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    105,145 miles
    Test number
    888557867673
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads worn low
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering system
  15. Fail105,140 miles (+12,531)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,140 miles
    Test number
    689476342575
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads worn low
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering system
  16. Pass92,609 miles (+7)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    92,609 miles
    Test number
    964197956279
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt rear of two (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
  17. Fail92,602 miles (+8,233)8 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,602 miles
    Test number
    965965213543
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play front of two (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt rear of two (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
  18. Pass84,369 miles (-41,194)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    84,369 miles
    Test number
    626157061365
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryAll tyres perishe
  19. Pass125,563 miles (+53,957)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2016
    Odometer
    125,563 miles
    Test number
    306815645123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass71,606 miles (+2,740)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    71,606 miles
    Test number
    226631484169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass68,866 miles (+4,886)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    68,866 miles
    Test number
    768707993156
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak
  22. Pass63,980 miles (+4,494)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    63,980 miles
    Test number
    476006702251
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak
  23. Pass59,486 miles (+5,226)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    59,486 miles
    Test number
    887853111219
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteCentre stop lamp not working
    • NoteSteering box damp
  24. Pass54,260 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    54,260 miles
    Test number
    180254890159
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteNearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing
    • NoteOil leak
  25. Fail54,260 miles (+4,364)1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,260 miles
    Test number
    693464290197
    • Repaired at testCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteNearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing
    • NoteOil leak
  26. Pass49,896 miles (+4,287)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    49,896 miles
    Test number
    930528989188
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing
    • NoteOil leak
  27. Pass45,609 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    45,609 miles
    Test number
    783105308227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail45,609 miles (+5,024)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,609 miles
    Test number
    430584808237
    • FailureCentre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
  29. Pass40,585 miles (+3,971)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    40,585 miles
    Test number
    292155207292
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  30. Pass36,614 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    36,614 miles
    Test number
    111496016289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail36,614 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,614 miles
    Test number
    944536616275
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Questions about X788 WHC

Does X788 WHC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X788 WHC is valid until 4 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on X788 WHC?
The MOT on X788 WHC is valid until 4 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X788 WHC done?
X788 WHC was recorded at 186,405 miles at its MOT on 5 Oct 2026, an average of 7,427 miles a year.
Has X788 WHC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X788 WHC has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on X788 WHC ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 2 Jun 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on X788 WHC find?
X788 WHC passed its latest MOT on 5 Oct 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive on engine.

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