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Land Rover Discovery

Grey · Diesel · 2004 · 2,495 cc

X8 ARCMOT history

X8 ARC is a grey diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 11 Feb 2004. Its MOT is valid until 27 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 155,743 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jul 2026.

X8 ARC grey 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 27 Jul 2027
Mileage
155,743 mi
At MOT on 14 Jul 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,871 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X8 ARC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
11 Feb 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X8 ARC was last recorded at 155,743 miles on 14 Jul 2026, 2,863 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
152,880 miles · 28 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
2,863 miles
Average per year
5,871 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 155,743 miles
  • 2025 – 152,880 miles
  • 2024 – 149,195 miles
  • 2023 – 145,208 miles
  • 2022 – 141,595 miles
  • 2021 – 137,230 miles
  • 2020 – 134,606 miles
  • 2019 – 129,973 miles
  • 2018 – 122,583 miles
  • 2017 – 113,294 miles
  • 2016 – 104,847 miles
  • 2015 – 99,998 miles
  • 2014 – 94,417 miles
  • 2013 – 87,804 miles
  • 2012 – 82,163 miles
  • 2011 – 75,511 miles
  • 2010 – 68,270 miles
  • 2009 – 59,185 miles
  • 2008 – 55,757 miles
  • 2007 – 42,036 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass155,743 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rears (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Axle leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Body mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Body mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced General corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (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.

  • Offside Rear bump stop missing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Rear bump stop missing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

29 tests since 2 Mar 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass155,743 miles (+2,863)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    155,743 miles
    Test number
    944622621811
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rears (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Axle leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Body mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Body mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced General corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass152,880 miles (+3,685)2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    152,880 miles
    Test number
    722667677024
    • MinorNearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear bump stop missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear mud flap brackit corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear bump stop missing
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass149,195 miles (+3,987)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    149,195 miles
    Test number
    502376103863
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Hydraulic brake calliper corroded but not seriously weakened (1.1.16 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear bump stop missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Hydraulic brake calliper slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.1.16 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear bump stop missing
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear x2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a slightly worn bush front x2 (5.3.2 (c))

  4. Pass145,208 miles (+3,613)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    145,208 miles
    Test number
    230154202229
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear bump stop missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear bump stop missing

  5. Pass141,595 miles (+4,365)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    141,595 miles
    Test number
    140418413190
    • MinorNearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear bump stops missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear bump stop missing
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  6. Pass137,230 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    137,230 miles
    Test number
    128066866669
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Fail137,230 miles (+2,624)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,230 miles
    Test number
    563762784349
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass134,606 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    134,606 miles
    Test number
    991671758373
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  9. Fail134,606 miles (+4,633)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,606 miles
    Test number
    810091631414
    • Repaired at testCentral Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass129,973 miles (+7,390)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    129,973 miles
    Test number
    335030174741
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass122,583 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    122,583 miles
    Test number
    821025963413
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  12. Fail122,583 miles (+9,289)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,583 miles
    Test number
    107679101901
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  13. Pass113,294 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    113,294 miles
    Test number
    785474273359
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  14. Fail113,290 miles (+8,443)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,290 miles
    Test number
    894679842634
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass104,847 miles (+4,849)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    104,847 miles
    Test number
    549324536991
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin FRONT AND REAR (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass99,998 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    99,998 miles
    Test number
    925872715288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail99,996 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,996 miles
    Test number
    689001015237
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Fail99,993 miles (+5,576)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,993 miles
    Test number
    415621315253
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass94,417 miles (+6,613)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    94,417 miles
    Test number
    865660514250
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass87,804 miles (+5,641)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    87,804 miles
    Test number
    678740223225
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Pass82,163 miles (+6,652)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    82,163 miles
    Test number
    438070822220
    • NoteBorderline lift in steering box drive spindle
    • NoteBoth front seatbelts show signs of stretching
    • NoteHeavy corrosion to various sections of exhaust
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn on outer edge & cracking badly in sidewalls
    • NoteVarious engine & gearbox oil leaks

  22. Pass75,511 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    75,511 miles
    Test number
    368626711444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail75,511 miles (+7,241)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,511 miles
    Test number
    627404711246
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass68,270 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    68,270 miles
    Test number
    354640530228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail68,270 miles (+3,201)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,270 miles
    Test number
    553260730294
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

  26. Pass65,069 miles (+5,884)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    65,069 miles
    Test number
    630190960006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass59,185 miles (+3,428)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    59,185 miles
    Test number
    663210659064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass55,757 miles (+13,721)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    55,757 miles
    Test number
    812758658008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass42,036 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    42,036 miles
    Test number
    963011467072
    • NoteRear brake pads worn to max limits/front pads 80% worn/o/s/f tyre worn to legal limits

Questions about X8 ARC

Does X8 ARC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X8 ARC is valid until 27 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on X8 ARC?
The MOT on X8 ARC is valid until 27 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X8 ARC done?
X8 ARC was recorded at 155,743 miles at its MOT on 14 Jul 2026, an average of 5,871 miles a year.
Has X8 ARC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X8 ARC has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Aug 2021.
Has the mileage on X8 ARC 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 X8 ARC find?
X8 ARC passed its latest MOT on 14 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; central brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rears; central front oil leak, but not excessive engine, and 5 more.

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