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Land Rover Discovery

Silver · Diesel · 2000 · 2,495 cc

X798 HNCMOT history

X798 HNC is a silver diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 31 Dec 2000. Its MOT is valid until 19 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 139,436 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Oct 2026.

X798 HNC silver 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 19 Oct 2027
Mileage
139,436 mi
At MOT on 6 Oct 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,524 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X798 HNC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
31 Dec 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X798 HNC was last recorded at 139,436 miles on 6 Oct 2026, 1,732 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
137,704 miles · 20 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
1,732 miles
Average per year
4,524 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 139,436 miles
  • 2025 – 137,704 miles
  • 2024 – 136,178 miles
  • 2023 – 134,951 miles
  • 2022 – 128,639 miles
  • 2021 – 127,368 miles
  • 2020 – 125,764 miles
  • 2019 – 122,923 miles
  • 2018 – 117,947 miles
  • 2017 – 114,117 miles
  • 2016 – 109,955 miles
  • 2015 – 105,806 miles
  • 2014 – 100,866 miles
  • 2013 – 92,754 miles
  • 2012 – 86,588 miles
  • 2011 – 80,533 miles
  • 2010 – 73,853 miles
  • 2009 – 67,222 miles
  • 2008 – 60,950 miles
  • 2007 – 53,423 miles
  • 2006 – 46,336 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass139,436 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear chassis rails covered in under seal
  • AdvisoryUnder body 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.

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2013

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2013

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

28 tests since 8 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass139,436 miles (+1,732)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    139,436 miles
    Test number
    131157885092
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear chassis rails covered in under seal
    • AdvisoryUnder body corroded

  2. Pass137,704 miles (+1,526)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    137,704 miles
    Test number
    312929891659
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources 1 of 2 lights not working (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both chassis rails near fuel tank (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corroded.

  3. Pass136,178 miles (+1,227)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    136,178 miles
    Test number
    693115780884
    • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both front lower ball joint boots (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both front inner arches corroding (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced corroded around front body mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis is corroded by fuel tank (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryAce pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corroding

  4. Pass134,951 miles (+16)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    134,951 miles
    Test number
    211123317711
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both ns and os (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both ns and os (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Fail134,935 miles (+6,296)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,935 miles
    Test number
    564165667914
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass128,639 miles (+1,271)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    128,639 miles
    Test number
    963265134869
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass127,368 miles (+1,604)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    127,368 miles
    Test number
    685445511960
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  8. Pass125,764 miles (+5)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    125,764 miles
    Test number
    877329063908
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyres perished but no cords visable
    • AdvisoryTowbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  9. Fail125,759 miles (+2,836)1 dangerous1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,759 miles
    Test number
    400759570771
    • DangerousSuspension system inoperative (5.3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyres perished but no cords visable
    • AdvisoryTowbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  10. Pass122,923 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    122,923 miles
    Test number
    221472021605
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Towbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  11. Fail122,923 miles (+4,976)3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,923 miles
    Test number
    101411557043
    • MajorNearside Front Brake prescribed area is excessively corroded ABS pump (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Towbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  12. Pass117,947 miles (+3,830)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    117,947 miles
    Test number
    559747002838
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both sides front turrets (2.4.A.3)

  13. Pass114,117 miles (+4,162)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    114,117 miles
    Test number
    569607845707
    • AdvisoryEngine has oil leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber turrets corroded
    • AdvisoryTrack rod end ball joint has slight play Both sides (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

  14. Pass109,955 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    109,955 miles
    Test number
    998042261685
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front side light dim
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOil leak from engine

  15. Fail109,955 miles (+4,149)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,955 miles
    Test number
    219963544458
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front side light dim
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOil leak from engine

  16. Pass105,806 miles5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    105,806 miles
    Test number
    537485265021
    • AdvisoryFluid suspension unit supply pipe corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth side front upper and lower ball joints have slight play
    • NoteOil leak

  17. FailMileage not read3 failures5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    968494465054
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFluid suspension unit supply pipe corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth side front upper and lower ball joints have slight play
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass100,866 miles (+8,112)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    100,866 miles
    Test number
    177614664493
    • NoteOffside rear tyre has cuts in tread (inside edge)

  19. Pass92,754 miles (+6,166)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    92,754 miles
    Test number
    157976963443
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass86,588 miles (+6,055)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    86,588 miles
    Test number
    278029552013
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteADVISE O/SIDE REAR TYRE HAS PLUG REPAIR NEAR SHOULDER OF TYRE

  21. Pass80,533 miles (+6,680)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    80,533 miles
    Test number
    515314471098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass73,853 miles (+6,631)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    73,853 miles
    Test number
    310749160038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass67,222 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    67,222 miles
    Test number
    791779579014
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  24. Fail67,222 miles (+6,272)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,222 miles
    Test number
    450295079070
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  25. Pass60,950 miles (+94)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    60,950 miles
    Test number
    210124078029
    • NoteOil leak

  26. Fail60,856 miles (+7,433)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,856 miles
    Test number
    783310778037
    • FailureOffside Rear Air suspension bellows leaking (2.4.D.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  27. Pass53,423 miles (+7,087)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    53,423 miles
    Test number
    950900867060
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass46,336 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    46,336 miles
    Test number
    920077666074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X798 HNC

Does X798 HNC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X798 HNC is valid until 19 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on X798 HNC?
The MOT on X798 HNC is valid until 19 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X798 HNC done?
X798 HNC was recorded at 139,436 miles at its MOT on 6 Oct 2026, an average of 4,524 miles a year.
Has X798 HNC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X798 HNC has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on X798 HNC 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 X798 HNC find?
X798 HNC passed its latest MOT on 6 Oct 2026 with 3 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; rear chassis rails covered in under seal; under body corroded.

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