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Land Rover Discovery

Green · Diesel · 1998 · 2,495 cc

M12 BPAMOT history

M12 BPA is a green diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 10 Aug 2027 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 113,272 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Aug 2026.

M12 BPA 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 10 Aug 2027
Mileage
113,272 mi
At MOT on 11 Aug 2026
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,564 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M12 BPA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

M12 BPA was last recorded at 113,272 miles on 11 Aug 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
113,270 miles · 30 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
3,564 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 113,272 miles
  • 2018 – 110,263 miles
  • 2017 – 106,365 miles
  • 2016 – 99,408 miles
  • 2015 – 95,216 miles
  • 2014 – 92,875 miles
  • 2012 – 82,862 miles
  • 2011 – 62,154 miles
  • 2010 – 56,039 miles
  • 2009 – 51,719 miles
  • 2008 – 47,821 miles
  • 2007 – 43,524 miles
  • 2006 – 40,480 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass113,272 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Ns and os front inner mud guards corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nsf diff seal weeping

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nsf headlight not 100%

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass113,272 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    113,272 miles
    Test number
    706781012668
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail113,270 miles (+3,007)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,270 miles
    Test number
    492240263882
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting cross member above the fuel tank (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass110,263 miles (+3,898)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    110,263 miles
    Test number
    457397722462
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass106,365 miles (+16)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    106,365 miles
    Test number
    607781495285
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryNs and os front inner mud guards corroded
    • AdvisoryNsf diff seal weeping
    • AdvisoryNsf headlight not 100%

  5. Fail106,349 miles (+6,941)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,349 miles
    Test number
    252656317009
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryNs and os front inner mud guards corroded
    • AdvisoryNsf diff seal weeping
    • AdvisoryNsf headlight not 100%

  6. Pass99,408 miles (+4,192)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    99,408 miles
    Test number
    228394386283
    • AdvisoryAll chassis has slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryAll springs have slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryBoth front wheel bearings have slight play

  7. Pass95,216 miles (+2,341)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    95,216 miles
    Test number
    289727835096
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteSlight oil leak n/s/f knuckle housing front axle

  8. Pass92,875 miles (+10,013)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    92,875 miles
    Test number
    158111834424

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass82,862 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    82,862 miles
    Test number
    485775242437

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail82,862 miles (+10,892)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,862 miles
    Test number
    875155042388
    • FailureFront Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  11. Pass71,970 miles (+129)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    71,970 miles
    Test number
    909347542056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail71,841 miles (+9,687)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,841 miles
    Test number
    195080042405
    • FailureRear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
    • FailureRear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • FailureSeat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureSuspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

  13. Pass62,154 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    62,154 miles
    Test number
    599247241014
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • NoteFront and rear brake discs corroded
    • NoteOffside wiper blade torn
    • NoteSide walls cracked on all 4 tyres

  14. Fail62,154 miles (+6,115)3 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,154 miles
    Test number
    358830941089
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • NoteFront and rear brake discs corroded
    • NoteOffside wiper blade torn
    • NoteSide walls cracked on all 4 tyres

  15. Pass56,039 miles (+4,320)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    56,039 miles
    Test number
    402132540005
    • NoteAll 4 tyres have splits on sidewall

  16. Pass51,719 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    51,719 miles
    Test number
    312764869013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail51,718 miles (+3,897)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,718 miles
    Test number
    151843169079
    • FailureBrake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

  18. Pass47,821 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    47,821 miles
    Test number
    524661058054
    • NoteN/s rear bump stop missing

  19. Fail47,821 miles (+4,297)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,821 miles
    Test number
    774811358008
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • NoteN/s rear bump stop missing

  20. Pass43,524 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    43,524 miles
    Test number
    673825167063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail43,523 miles (+3,043)3 failures1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,523 miles
    Test number
    162954867495
    • FailureCentre Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Outer Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Outer Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

  22. Pass40,480 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    40,480 miles
    Test number
    954827766088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about M12 BPA

Does M12 BPA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on M12 BPA is valid until 10 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on M12 BPA?
The MOT on M12 BPA is valid until 10 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has M12 BPA done?
M12 BPA was recorded at 113,272 miles at its MOT on 11 Aug 2026, an average of 3,564 miles a year.
Has M12 BPA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M12 BPA has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on M12 BPA 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 M12 BPA find?
M12 BPA passed its latest MOT on 11 Aug 2026 with 4 advisories: front coil spring corroded; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; rear brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 1 more.

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