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Land Rover Discovery

Green · Diesel · 1994 · 2,495 cc

M247 HWPMOT history

M247 HWP is a green diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 1 Aug 1994. Its MOT expired on 26 Jan 2023 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 195,787 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jul 2023.

M247 HWP green 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 26 Jan 2023
Mileage
195,787 mi
At MOT on 13 Jul 2023
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,861 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M247 HWP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
1 Aug 1994
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
13 Jul 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

M247 HWP was last recorded at 195,787 miles on 13 Jul 2023, 9,354 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
186,433 miles · 21 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
9,354 miles
Average per year
4,861 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 195,787 miles
  • 2022 – 186,433 miles
  • 2021 – 175,382 miles
  • 2019 – 168,350 miles
  • 2018 – 165,426 miles
  • 2017 – 163,264 miles
  • 2016 – 157,519 miles
  • 2015 – 151,621 miles
  • 2014 – 145,639 miles
  • 2013 – 139,037 miles
  • 2012 – 135,302 miles
  • 2011 – 134,305 miles
  • 2010 – 132,668 miles
  • 2009 – 126,333 miles
  • 2008 – 120,055 miles
  • 2007 – 117,275 miles
  • 2006 – 112,195 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail195,787 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed exhaust blow (8.2.2.2 (e))
  • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arch abs pump mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner & outer sills & body mounts (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced number 6 (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced & outer sills & body mounts (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced number 7 (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorRear Floor excessively deteriorated (6.2.4 (a) (i))
  • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
  • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2019

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Tailpipe pinholed.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion inner sill corroded near body mounting (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

25 tests since 26 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail195,787 miles (+9,354)2 dangerous18 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,787 miles
    Test number
    465642386303
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed exhaust blow (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arch abs pump mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner & outer sills & body mounts (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced number 6 (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced & outer sills & body mounts (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced number 7 (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Floor excessively deteriorated (6.2.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  2. Pass186,433 miles (+11,051)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    186,433 miles
    Test number
    854315178130
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s/f & o/s/f tyres wearing inner edges
    • AdvisoryN/s/f door sticking
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully inspect owning to belongins rear seat & seat belts

  3. Pass175,382 miles (+7,032)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    175,382 miles
    Test number
    851066319058
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush need changing soon (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryN/s & o/s chassis corrosion starting
    • AdvisoryN/s & o/s outer sills corrosion starting
    • AdvisoryN/s/f & o/s/f disces corroded
    • AdvisoryOut riggers corrosion starting

  4. Pass168,350 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    168,350 miles
    Test number
    672776437999
    • AdvisoryBrake back plates corroded
    • AdvisoryChassis rails and out riggers corroded
    • AdvisoryDoor steps corroded
    • AdvisoryInner wings corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySills corroded
    • AdvisorySlight play in n/s front wheel bearing

  5. Fail168,342 miles (+2,916)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,342 miles
    Test number
    402452156858
    • MajorIntegral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting n/s sill at front corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake back plates corroded
    • AdvisoryChassis rails and out riggers corroded
    • AdvisoryDoor steps corroded
    • AdvisoryInner wings corroded
    • AdvisorySills corroded
    • AdvisorySlight play in n/s front wheel bearing

  6. Pass165,426 miles (+2,162)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    165,426 miles
    Test number
    441311700737
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass163,264 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    163,264 miles
    Test number
    769325125097
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Tailpipe pinholed. (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion inner sill corroded near body mounting (6.1.B.2)

  8. Fail163,264 miles (+5,745)4 failures1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,264 miles
    Test number
    774077777485
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded Inner sill section near front lower seat belt mounting. (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded Inner sill section near front lower seat belt mounting. (5.2.6)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Tailpipe pinholed. (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion inner sill corroded near body mounting (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt drag link (2.2.C.1c)

  9. Pass157,519 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2017
    Odometer
    157,519 miles
    Test number
    920476749215
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded Main front to rear brake pipe (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded from flexible to calipper (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre has slight scrubbing to outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded Main front to rear brake pipe (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded from flexible to calipper (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  10. Fail157,519 miles (+5,898)3 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,519 miles
    Test number
    548585881596
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded Main front to rear brake pipe (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded from flexible to calipper (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre has slight scrubbing to outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded Main front to rear brake pipe (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded from flexible to calipper (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Pass151,621 miles (+5,982)4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2016
    Odometer
    151,621 miles
    Test number
    126150825163
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre Slightly perished
    • NoteO/s/r tyre Slightly Perished
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear registration plate delaminating

  12. Fail145,639 miles1 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,639 miles
    Test number
    787649124178
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth front to rear brake pipes upto unions are slightly corroded on underside of body

  13. Pass145,639 miles (+6,602)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2015
    Odometer
    145,639 miles
    Test number
    807649324188
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth front to rear brake pipes upto unions are slightly corroded on underside of body

  14. Pass139,037 miles (+41)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2014
    Odometer
    139,037 miles
    Test number
    886090853191
    • AdvisoryOffside brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteFront pads protruding over the edge of the discs and almost touching together.

  15. Fail138,996 miles (+3,694)5 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,996 miles
    Test number
    739540043119
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteFront pads protruding over the edge of the discs and almost touching together.

  16. Pass135,302 miles (+997)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2013
    Odometer
    135,302 miles
    Test number
    295781352435
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteFront disc pads slightly sticking out pass edge of both disc's

  17. Pass134,305 miles (+29)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2012
    Odometer
    134,305 miles
    Test number
    575299121144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail134,276 miles (+1,608)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,276 miles
    Test number
    739171091033
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBoth inner disc faces corroded on rear brake disc's' N/s/front o/s/front and o/s/rear tyres cracking on sidewalls

  19. Pass132,668 miles (+6,335)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    132,668 miles
    Test number
    254611110180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass126,333 miles (+6,278)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    126,333 miles
    Test number
    290471029161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass120,055 miles (+2,780)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    120,055 miles
    Test number
    541195018147
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  22. Fail117,275 miles4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,275 miles
    Test number
    452035417133
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

  23. Pass117,275 miles (+5,080)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    117,275 miles
    Test number
    474895417151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass112,195 miles (+86)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    112,195 miles
    Test number
    144457716195
    • NoteSlight fluid leak on steering box

  25. Fail112,109 miles2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,109 miles
    Test number
    974317416145
    • FailureFront Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureFront Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about M247 HWP

Does M247 HWP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on M247 HWP expired on 26 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on M247 HWP?
The MOT on M247 HWP expired on 26 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has M247 HWP done?
M247 HWP was recorded at 195,787 miles at its MOT on 13 Jul 2023, an average of 4,861 miles a year.
Has M247 HWP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M247 HWP has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on M247 HWP 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 M247 HWP find?
M247 HWP failed its latest MOT on 13 Jul 2023 with 2 dangerous defects, 18 major defects, 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside front tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; offside front tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit, and 22 more.

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