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Land Rover Discovery

Blue · Diesel · 2000 · 2,495 cc

S99 SYMMOT history

S99 SYM is a blue diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 30 Mar 2000. Its MOT expired on 23 Sept 2023 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 215,000 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Sept 2022.

S99 SYM 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 23 Sept 2023
Mileage
215,000 mi
At MOT on 14 Sept 2022
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
9,818 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S99 SYM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
30 Mar 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
14 Sept 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

S99 SYM was last recorded at 215,000 miles on 14 Sept 2022, 17,398 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Sept 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
197,602 miles · 24 Sept 2021
Between the last two tests
17,398 miles
Average per year
9,818 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 215,000 miles
  • 2021 – 197,602 miles
  • 2020 – 189,227 miles
  • 2019 – 177,702 miles
  • 2018 – 168,042 miles
  • 2017 – 156,895 miles
  • 2016 – 146,900 miles
  • 2015 – 135,439 miles
  • 2014 – 125,661 miles
  • 2013 – 116,403 miles
  • 2012 – 108,153 miles
  • 2011 – 102,466 miles
  • 2010 – 91,255 miles
  • 2009 – 81,199 miles
  • 2008 – 66,746 miles
  • 2007 – 58,849 miles
  • 2006 – 51,585 miles
  • 2005 – 50,325 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass215,000 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transfer box (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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2007

Full MOT history

27 tests since 6 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass215,000 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    215,000 miles
    Test number
    152529783596
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail215,000 miles (+17,398)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    215,000 miles
    Test number
    112818806115
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorRear Fuel system component leaking cyl head area (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass197,602 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    197,602 miles
    Test number
    214585725478
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail197,601 miles (+35)9 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,601 miles
    Test number
    521072627703
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. rear row (6.2.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill around body mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorTowbar attachment insecure nylock nuts holding tow bar to chassis not locking correctly (6.1.6 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail197,566 miles (+8,339)2 dangerous11 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,566 miles
    Test number
    254712608250
    • DangerousFluid leaking continuously posing a serious risk to road safety due to excessive fuel leak (8.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousFuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire leaking from rear of engine (6.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested due to excessive fuel leak (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorEmissions not tested due to excessive fuel leak (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill box section corroded through (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis in various places with in suspension mounting areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength lower shock absorber bracket axle mounting fractured (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced corroded through at body mounting areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis in various places with in suspension mounting areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced corroded through at body mounting areas and suspension mounting areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps all lamps not working (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBOTH front shock absorber turrets have corroded to the limits at the base fixing points
    • AdvisoryBOTH rear lower shock absorber mounting bracket appear to be distorted
    • AdvisoryTowball/hitch not fitted at time of test

  6. Pass189,227 miles (+11,525)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    189,227 miles
    Test number
    361823033852
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Pass177,702 miles (+9,660)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    177,702 miles
    Test number
    832975046257
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass168,042 miles (+11,147)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    168,042 miles
    Test number
    431112159623

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass156,895 miles (+9,995)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    156,895 miles
    Test number
    819081648957

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass146,900 miles (+11,461)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    146,900 miles
    Test number
    804233307176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass135,439 miles (+1)7 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    135,439 miles
    Test number
    305312725044
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteFront anti roll bar nearside 'D' bush worn near to limits.
    • NoteOffside and nearside front shock absorber turrets have advanced corrosion.
    • NoteOffside rear bump stop is missing.
    • NoteOffside rear side light deteriorated. ( dim )
    • NoteRear anti roll bar 'D' bushes worn.
    • NoteRear section of chassis is corroded.

  12. Fail135,438 miles (+9,777)7 failures7 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,438 miles
    Test number
    648069415047
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has excessive side play in the pivot and may disengage (3.1.4a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteFront anti roll bar nearside 'D' bush worn near to limits.
    • NoteOffside and nearside front shock absorber turrets have advanced corrosion.
    • NoteOffside rear bump stop is missing.
    • NoteOffside rear side light deteriorated. ( dim )
    • NoteRear anti roll bar 'D' bushes worn.
    • NoteRear section of chassis is corroded.

  13. Pass125,661 miles (+9,258)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    125,661 miles
    Test number
    328441814009
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNearside rear drop link worn

  14. Pass116,403 miles (+194)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    116,403 miles
    Test number
    356494713006
    • NoteN/s rear bumpstop missing
    • NoteRear metal brake pipes over axle corroded
    • NoteUnderside muddy

  15. Fail116,209 miles (+8,056)6 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,209 miles
    Test number
    368014703051
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteN/s rear bumpstop missing
    • NoteRear metal brake pipes over axle corroded
    • NoteUnderside muddy

  16. Pass108,153 miles (+5,687)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    108,153 miles
    Test number
    647141712018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass102,466 miles (+11,211)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    102,466 miles
    Test number
    869947911099
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass91,255 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    91,255 miles
    Test number
    130024510444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail91,255 miles (+10,056)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,255 miles
    Test number
    521194710031
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  20. Pass81,199 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    81,199 miles
    Test number
    744210229027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail81,198 miles (+14,452)1 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,198 miles
    Test number
    292229819000
    • DangerousFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass66,746 miles (+7,897)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    66,746 miles
    Test number
    532783208046
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)

  23. Pass58,849 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    58,849 miles
    Test number
    830633007048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail58,849 miles (+7,264)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,849 miles
    Test number
    963042307064
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteOffside Front outer Side Wall has a series of small cuts around the circumference non to fabric

  25. Pass51,585 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    51,585 miles
    Test number
    593770126075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail51,585 miles (+1,260)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,585 miles
    Test number
    394599216080
    • FailureCentre Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • FailureCentre Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureCentre Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  27. Fail50,325 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,325 miles
    Test number
    800950345303
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Questions about S99 SYM

Does S99 SYM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S99 SYM expired on 23 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S99 SYM?
The MOT on S99 SYM expired on 23 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S99 SYM done?
S99 SYM was recorded at 215,000 miles at its MOT on 14 Sept 2022, an average of 9,818 miles a year.
Has S99 SYM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S99 SYM has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on S99 SYM 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 S99 SYM find?
S99 SYM passed its latest MOT on 14 Sept 2022 with 4 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect; offside front shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect; oil leak, but not excessive engine, and 1 more.

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