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Land Rover Discovery

Blue · Diesel · 1995 · 1,994 cc

M189 KACMOT history

M189 KAC is a blue diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 16 Jan 1995. Its MOT expired on 12 Oct 2023 and it has passed 15 of 27 MOT tests, with 153,242 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Oct 2022.

M189 KAC blue Land Rover Discovery – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Land Rover Discovery, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 12 Oct 2023
Mileage
153,242 mi
At MOT on 3 Oct 2022
MOT tests
27
15 passed · 12 failed
Per year
1,854 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M189 KAC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,994 cc
Year of manufacture
1995
First used
16 Jan 1995
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
3 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

M189 KAC was last recorded at 153,242 miles on 3 Oct 2022, 1,409 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Oct 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 13 Oct 2020: 142,169 miles, lower than 149,112 miles on 4 Oct 2017.

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
151,833 miles · 1 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
1,409 miles
Average per year
1,854 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 153,242 miles
  • 2021 – 151,833 miles
  • 2020 – 142,169 miles
  • 2017 – 149,112 miles
  • 2016 – 148,194 miles
  • 2015 – 146,428 miles
  • 2014 – 145,061 miles
  • 2013 – 143,430 miles
  • 2012 – 139,445 miles
  • 2011 – 133,077 miles
  • 2010 – 130,621 miles
  • 2009 – 128,686 miles
  • 2008 – 126,954 miles
  • 2007 – 125,333 miles
  • 2006 – 122,877 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass153,242 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff (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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

27 tests since 19 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass153,242 miles (+1,409)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    153,242 miles
    Test number
    806260526490
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass151,833 miles (+9,664)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    151,833 miles
    Test number
    759744600729
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement shock bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement shock bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass142,169 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    142,169 miles
    Test number
    780221047447
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge fronts both sides inner edges requires alignment (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail142,169 miles (-6,943)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,169 miles
    Test number
    746323534041
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge fronts both sides inner edges requires alignment (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass149,112 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    149,112 miles
    Test number
    566785333020
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  6. Fail149,112 miles (+918)8 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,112 miles
    Test number
    309872971516
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded on caliper (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings front of rear arch (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill underneath (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded on caliper (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords also appears under inflated (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill underneath (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  7. Pass148,194 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    148,194 miles
    Test number
    204887223620
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance lens missing - orange bulb fitted (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance lens missing - tape fitted (1.1.A.3d)

  8. Fail148,191 miles (+1,763)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,191 miles
    Test number
    877078956807
    • FailureNearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp main / dipped beam earth issue (1.7.5c)
    • FailureOffside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour lens missing (1.1.A.3e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance lens missing - orange bulb fitted (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  9. Pass146,428 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    146,428 miles
    Test number
    837790364584
    • AdvisoryFront position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% both starting to fade (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Fail146,428 miles (+1,367)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,428 miles
    Test number
    987967589839
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% both starting to fade (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass145,061 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    145,061 miles
    Test number
    748491154221
    • NoteBoot floor very rusty
    • NoteO/S front tyre badly perished
    • NoteGeneral corrosion
    • NoteNearside rear tyre perishing / offside front indicator lense missing amber bulb fitted

  12. Fail145,061 miles (+1,631)23 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,061 miles
    Test number
    886450644243
    • FailureBrake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • FailureOffside Front Electrical wiring inadequately supported (1.9.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc contaminated by brake fluid (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoot floor very rusty
    • NoteO/S front tyre badly perished
    • NoteReverse lights on all the time
    • NoteGeneral corrosion

  13. Pass143,430 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    143,430 miles
    Test number
    697422543222
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  14. Fail143,430 miles (+3,985)11 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,430 miles
    Test number
    646337223288
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  15. Pass139,445 miles (+41)1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    139,445 miles
    Test number
    909475812269
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBattery insecure.
    • NoteHand-brake lever requires adjustment.
    • NoteNearside front axle hub oil seal leaking oil.
    • NoteNearside rear bumper loose.
    • NoteSpare tyre flat

  16. Fail139,404 miles (+6,327)1 dangerous9 failures1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,404 miles
    Test number
    756726802258
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBattery insecure.
    • NoteHand-brake lever requires adjustment.
    • NoteNearside front axle hub oil seal leaking oil.
    • NoteNearside rear bumper loose.
    • NoteSpare tyre flat

  17. Pass133,077 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    133,077 miles
    Test number
    306624011427
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail133,076 miles (+9)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,076 miles
    Test number
    765169901259
    • FailureExhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail133,067 miles (+2,446)1 dangerous3 failures1 repaired6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,067 miles
    Test number
    679950161129
    • DangerousNearside Rear Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • NoteAdvise engine & g/box oil leaks
    • NoteAdvise front b/pads low
    • NoteAdvise n/s/r tyre cracking in treads
    • NoteAdvise o/s/r tyre wearing on inner & outer edges
    • NoteAdvise rear anti roll bar links showing signs of fatigue
    • NoteAdvise tail pipe broken off ( exhaust )

  20. Pass130,621 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    130,621 miles
    Test number
    242218960428

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail130,621 miles (+1,935)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,621 miles
    Test number
    100338360101
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt stitching badly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Pass128,686 miles (+1,732)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    128,686 miles
    Test number
    942649769190
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  23. Pass126,954 miles (+1,621)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    126,954 miles
    Test number
    722040678165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass125,333 miles (+401)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    125,333 miles
    Test number
    293121577108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail124,932 miles (+2,055)8 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,932 miles
    Test number
    810057717194
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOffside rear bumper corner missing

  26. Pass122,877 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2007
    Odometer
    122,877 miles
    Test number
    474534946183
    • NoteSlight play in trackrod end at steering box

  27. Fail122,877 miles2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,877 miles
    Test number
    701569436186
    • FailureHeadlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about M189 KAC

Does M189 KAC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on M189 KAC expired on 12 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on M189 KAC?
The MOT on M189 KAC expired on 12 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has M189 KAC done?
M189 KAC was recorded at 153,242 miles at its MOT on 3 Oct 2022, an average of 1,854 miles a year.
Has M189 KAC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M189 KAC has failed 12 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Oct 2020.
Has the mileage on M189 KAC ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 13 Oct 2020. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on M189 KAC find?
M189 KAC passed its latest MOT on 3 Oct 2022 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front wheel bearing slightly noisy; nearside rear wheel bearing slightly noisy, and 1 more.

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