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Land Rover Discovery

Blue · Diesel · 2001 · 2,495 cc

RTL 333MOT history

RTL 333 is a blue diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 29 Jun 2001. Its MOT is valid until 12 Aug 2027 and it has passed 22 of 32 MOT tests, with 153,915 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jul 2026.

RTL 333 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 12 Aug 2027
Mileage
153,915 mi
At MOT on 28 Jul 2026
MOT tests
32
22 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,481 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
RTL 333
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
29 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

RTL 333 was last recorded at 153,915 miles on 28 Jul 2026, 5,015 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
148,900 miles · 23 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
5,015 miles
Average per year
5,481 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 153,915 miles
  • 2025 – 148,900 miles
  • 2024 – 144,093 miles
  • 2023 – 139,368 miles
  • 2022 – 135,084 miles
  • 2021 – 132,331 miles
  • 2020 – 126,279 miles
  • 2019 – 119,589 miles
  • 2018 – 112,775 miles
  • 2017 – 104,487 miles
  • 2016 – 101,051 miles
  • 2015 – 95,307 miles
  • 2014 – 88,869 miles
  • 2013 – 80,664 miles
  • 2012 – 78,200 miles
  • 2011 – 72,263 miles
  • 2010 – 67,391 miles
  • 2009 – 61,555 miles
  • 2008 – 59,011 miles
  • 2007 – 49,874 miles
  • 2006 – 43,723 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass153,915 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Nearside and offside (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test All rear

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 Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive Engine area

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Central Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play upper and lower

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

32 tests since 20 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass153,915 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    153,915 miles
    Test number
    433564943371
    • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Nearside and offside (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test All rear

  2. Fail153,912 miles (+5,012)3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,912 miles
    Test number
    421877263794
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Nearside and offside (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (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 Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test All rear

  3. Pass148,900 miles (+42)4 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    148,900 miles
    Test number
    801935058331
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play upper and lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test all rear seats

  4. Fail148,858 miles (+4,765)2 major1 repaired4 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,858 miles
    Test number
    594692524255
    • MajorOffside Front Fuel system component leaking back of cylinder head (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play upper and lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test all rear seats

  5. Pass144,093 miles (+41)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    144,093 miles
    Test number
    653780284025
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail144,052 miles (+4,684)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,052 miles
    Test number
    748491959750
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass139,368 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    139,368 miles
    Test number
    210658653459
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail139,367 miles (+4,283)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,367 miles
    Test number
    193462868001
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass135,084 miles (+2,753)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    135,084 miles
    Test number
    875286809393
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inside wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inside wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  10. Pass132,331 miles (+6,052)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    132,331 miles
    Test number
    214846267684
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass126,279 miles (+6,690)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    126,279 miles
    Test number
    456596430752
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt rear track rod (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside and nearside trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass119,589 miles (+6,814)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    119,589 miles
    Test number
    788061033381
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush lower bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush lower shocker bushs (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front head lamp mounts worn
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn pan hard (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel drop arm slight play in spline (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear chassis rails corroded
    • AdvisoryParking brake travel

  13. Pass112,775 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    112,775 miles
    Test number
    248870714124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail112,775 miles (+8,288)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,775 miles
    Test number
    217706439122
    • Repaired at testNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play primary link (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  15. Pass104,487 miles (+3,436)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    104,487 miles
    Test number
    650043085209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass101,051 miles (+5,744)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    101,051 miles
    Test number
    267921356898
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  17. Pass95,307 miles (+87)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    95,307 miles
    Test number
    209803475116
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth rear tyres slightly stepped on inner edge

  18. Fail95,220 miles (+6,351)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,220 miles
    Test number
    748780075134
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth rear tyres slightly stepped on inner edge

  19. Pass88,869 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    88,869 miles
    Test number
    475786274138
    • NoteAxial lift in offside lower ball joint
    • NoteNearside and Offside rear tyres goingout of shape
    • NoteSlight leak from steering box
    • NoteSurface corrosion starting on offside rear chassis leg

  20. Fail88,869 miles (+8,205)3 repaired4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,869 miles
    Test number
    777726374156
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteAxial lift in offside lower ball joint
    • NoteNearside and Offside rear tyres goingout of shape
    • NoteSlight leak from steering box
    • NoteSurface corrosion starting on offside rear chassis leg

  21. Pass80,664 miles (+2,464)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    80,664 miles
    Test number
    177137573117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass78,200 miles (+21)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    78,200 miles
    Test number
    747155142336
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  23. Fail78,179 miles (+5,916)1 dangerous1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,179 miles
    Test number
    909280542300
    • DangerousFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking 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)

  24. Pass72,263 miles (+4,872)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    72,263 miles
    Test number
    679526931345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass67,391 miles (+5,836)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    67,391 miles
    Test number
    330778520371
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  26. Pass61,555 miles (+4)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    61,555 miles
    Test number
    491170359384
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront brakes only just met the front brake imbalance requirements. It would appear that the braking system requires attention
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing on inside tread
    • NoteParking brake has only just met the required parking brake efficiency (17%).It would appear that the braking system requires attention

  27. Fail61,551 miles (+266)3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,551 miles
    Test number
    901369349389
    • FailureOffside Rear passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing on inside tread

  28. Pass61,285 miles (+2,274)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    61,285 miles
    Test number
    533138059225
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  29. Pass59,011 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    59,011 miles
    Test number
    573799658203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail59,011 miles (+9,137)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,011 miles
    Test number
    934919158205
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

  31. Pass49,874 miles (+6,151)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    49,874 miles
    Test number
    184415067103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass43,723 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    43,723 miles
    Test number
    823541576186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about RTL 333

What vehicle is registration RTL 333 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show RTL 333 on a blue diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 29 Jun 2001. 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 RTL 333 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on RTL 333 is valid until 12 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on RTL 333?
The MOT on RTL 333 is valid until 12 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has RTL 333 done?
RTL 333 was recorded at 153,915 miles at its MOT on 28 Jul 2026, an average of 5,481 miles a year.
Has RTL 333 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. RTL 333 has failed 10 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on RTL 333 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 RTL 333 find?
RTL 333 passed its latest MOT on 28 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt nearside and offside; offside front wheel bearing slightly noisy; rear passenger seat(s) missing at time of test all rear.

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