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Land Rover Discovery

Blue · Diesel · 1997 · 2,495 cc

R282 XRTMOT history

R282 XRT is a blue diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 26 Aug 1997. Its MOT is valid until 10 Jul 2027 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 172,992 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jul 2026.

R282 XRT blue 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 Jul 2027
Mileage
172,992 mi
At MOT on 10 Jul 2026
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,040 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R282 XRT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
26 Aug 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R282 XRT was last recorded at 172,992 miles on 10 Jul 2026, 1,018 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
171,974 miles · 9 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
1,018 miles
Average per year
5,040 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 172,992 miles
  • 2025 – 171,974 miles
  • 2024 – 166,998 miles
  • 2023 – 161,263 miles
  • 2022 – 155,745 miles
  • 2021 – 150,159 miles
  • 2019 – 140,088 miles
  • 2018 – 136,012 miles
  • 2016 – 129,197 miles
  • 2015 – 124,937 miles
  • 2014 – 120,630 miles
  • 2013 – 115,946 miles
  • 2012 – 109,449 miles
  • 2011 – 99,728 miles
  • 2010 – 90,116 miles
  • 2009 – 87,577 miles
  • 2008 – 83,988 miles
  • 2007 – 79,397 miles
  • 2006 – 72,792 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass172,992 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFuel tank slightly loose Strap deteriorating. (6.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018

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 Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2016

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2011

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass172,992 miles (+1,018)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    172,992 miles
    Test number
    898550519879
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank slightly loose Strap deteriorating. (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass171,974 miles (+4,976)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    171,974 miles
    Test number
    688001989539
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass166,998 miles (+5,735)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    166,998 miles
    Test number
    658120333267
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x2 Front. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass161,263 miles (+5,518)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    161,263 miles
    Test number
    490318784231
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass155,745 miles (+5,586)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    155,745 miles
    Test number
    104030332051
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x2 Rear. (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass150,159 miles (+10,071)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    150,159 miles
    Test number
    101119856969

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass140,088 miles (+4,076)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    140,088 miles
    Test number
    714444064116
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle has corrosion all round chassis and sill areas

  8. Pass136,012 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    136,012 miles
    Test number
    725110437927
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin all four (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner sill has corrosion
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail136,012 miles (+6,815)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,012 miles
    Test number
    643641214162
    • Repaired at testCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin all four (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner sill has corrosion
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass129,197 miles (+4,260)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    129,197 miles
    Test number
    149352639291
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Pass124,937 miles (+4,307)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    124,937 miles
    Test number
    615217693505

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass120,630 miles (+4,684)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    120,630 miles
    Test number
    209464804375
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak

  13. Pass115,946 miles (+6,497)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    115,946 miles
    Test number
    979788013398
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteOil leak

  14. Pass109,449 miles (+9,721)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    109,449 miles
    Test number
    295485112377
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  15. Pass99,728 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    99,728 miles
    Test number
    457641321333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail99,728 miles (+9,612)4 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,728 miles
    Test number
    116156911360
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAll brake pipes slightly corroded
    • NoteSlight play in nearside front wheel

  17. Pass90,116 miles (+289)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    90,116 miles
    Test number
    440650820449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail89,827 miles (+2,250)6 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,827 miles
    Test number
    674760110350
    • FailureNearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Towbar mounting obviously of an inappropriate size (6.6.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteO/s/f inner wing rotten
    • NoteSteering box covered in oil possible leak

  19. Pass87,577 miles (+3,589)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    87,577 miles
    Test number
    692464459223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass83,988 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    83,988 miles
    Test number
    774665658240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail83,988 miles (+4,591)3 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,988 miles
    Test number
    393376548240
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NotePlease note: excess engine oil leak.
    • NoteO/s inner wing showing corrosion
    • NoteRear body to chassis mountings showing signs of corrosion.
    • NoteRear shock absorbers bushes worn slightly.

  22. Pass79,397 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    79,397 miles
    Test number
    494340257231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail79,397 miles (+6,605)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,397 miles
    Test number
    551088647282
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteHOLE ON O/S/F INNER WING / FUEL LILLER NECK PERRISHED BAD / O/S/R BODY MONT[INNER WING[ CORRODING / OIL LECKS / SLIGHT STEERING BOX LEAK / SLIGHT RIDGE ON FRONT DISCS / CHIPS ON SCREEN

  24. Pass72,792 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    72,792 miles
    Test number
    771514436255
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Questions about R282 XRT

Does R282 XRT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R282 XRT is valid until 10 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on R282 XRT?
The MOT on R282 XRT is valid until 10 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R282 XRT done?
R282 XRT was recorded at 172,992 miles at its MOT on 10 Jul 2026, an average of 5,040 miles a year.
Has R282 XRT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R282 XRT has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jun 2018.
Has the mileage on R282 XRT 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 R282 XRT find?
R282 XRT passed its latest MOT on 10 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; fuel tank slightly loose strap deteriorating.; nearside rear sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 5 more.

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