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Land Rover Range Rover Sport

Grey · Diesel · 2009 · 3,630 cc

ESU 497MOT history

ESU 497 is a grey diesel Land Rover Range Rover Sport first used on 29 Jun 2009. Its MOT expired on 16 Feb 2026 and it has passed 11 of 17 MOT tests, with 124,847 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Feb 2025.

ESU 497 grey Land Rover Range Rover Sport – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Land Rover Range Rover Sport, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 16 Feb 2026
Mileage
124,847 mi
At MOT on 17 Feb 2025
MOT tests
17
11 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,017 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
ESU 497
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Land Rover
Model
Range Rover Sport
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
3,630 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
29 Jun 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Feb 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

ESU 497 was last recorded at 124,847 miles on 17 Feb 2025, 462 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Feb 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
124,385 miles · 14 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
462 miles
Average per year
7,017 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 124,847 miles
  • 2022 – 124,385 miles
  • 2020 – 115,448 miles
  • 2019 – 108,676 miles
  • 2018 – 98,220 miles
  • 2017 – 90,481 miles
  • 2016 – 78,063 miles
  • 2015 – 66,949 miles
  • 2014 – 57,038 miles
  • 2013 – 47,983 miles
  • 2012 – 36,372 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass124,847 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced n/s and o/s sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

17 tests since 10 Jul 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass124,847 miles (+462)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    124,847 miles
    Test number
    804934232665
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced n/s and o/s sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass124,385 miles (+8,937)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    124,385 miles
    Test number
    287959311975
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner n/s and o/s tyre wearing
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass115,448 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    115,448 miles
    Test number
    485116931628

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail115,448 miles (+6,772)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,448 miles
    Test number
    406003358513
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  5. Pass108,676 miles (+42)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    108,676 miles
    Test number
    634364333885
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail108,634 miles (+10,414)1 dangerous7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,634 miles
    Test number
    109874493708
    • DangerousRear Prop shaft bearing likely to break up (6.1.7 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass98,220 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    98,220 miles
    Test number
    851133462061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail98,220 miles (+7,739)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,220 miles
    Test number
    540272991986
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass90,481 miles (+12,418)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    90,481 miles
    Test number
    509949508720
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush. (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Control arm has play.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush. (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  10. Pass78,063 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    78,063 miles
    Test number
    777021457037
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine compartment covers fitted at time of test

  11. Fail78,063 miles (+11,114)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,063 miles
    Test number
    480979037144
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine compartment covers fitted at time of test

  12. Pass66,949 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    66,949 miles
    Test number
    178495885182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail66,947 miles (+9,909)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,947 miles
    Test number
    927174885155
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass57,038 miles (+9,055)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    57,038 miles
    Test number
    728247194156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass47,983 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    47,983 miles
    Test number
    975326103264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail47,983 miles (+11,611)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,983 miles
    Test number
    926385903263
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass36,372 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    36,372 miles
    Test number
    875532292153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about ESU 497

What vehicle is registration ESU 497 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show ESU 497 on a grey diesel Land Rover Range Rover Sport first used on 29 Jun 2009. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does ESU 497 currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on ESU 497 expired on 16 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on ESU 497?
The MOT on ESU 497 expired on 16 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has ESU 497 done?
ESU 497 was recorded at 124,847 miles at its MOT on 17 Feb 2025, an average of 7,017 miles a year.
Has ESU 497 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. ESU 497 has failed 6 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Dec 2020.
Has the mileage on ESU 497 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 ESU 497 find?
ESU 497 passed its latest MOT on 17 Feb 2025 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside front lower windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced n/s and o/s sills; rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s.

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