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Land Rover Discovery

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

T138 RDOMOT history

T138 RDO is a green diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 17 Feb 2023 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 190,225 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Feb 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 17 Feb 2023
Mileage
190,225 mi
At MOT on 18 Feb 2022
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,409 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T138 RDO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
18 Feb 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T138 RDO was last recorded at 190,225 miles on 18 Feb 2022, 4,337 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jan 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
185,888 miles · 26 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
4,337 miles
Average per year
6,409 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 190,225 miles
  • 2021 – 185,888 miles
  • 2019 – 170,939 miles
  • 2018 – 162,343 miles
  • 2016 – 156,133 miles
  • 2013 – 149,846 miles
  • 2012 – 138,080 miles
  • 2011 – 124,801 miles
  • 2010 – 114,018 miles
  • 2009 – 105,181 miles
  • 2008 – 99,938 miles
  • 2007 – 96,385 miles
  • 2006 – 87,150 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass190,225 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear foot brake low reading
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush n/s/r & o/s/r (5.3.2 (c))

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Nearside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Lower Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Oil leaks

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Front inner wing corroded but not within any prescribed areas

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass190,225 miles (+4,337)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    190,225 miles
    Test number
    495229825932
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear foot brake low reading
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush n/s/r & o/s/r (5.3.2 (c))

  2. Pass185,888 miles (+6)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    185,888 miles
    Test number
    641623761985
    • MinorOffside Rear Lower Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail185,882 miles (+14,943)1 dangerous8 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,882 miles
    Test number
    391729379820
    • DangerousCab or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the cab is impaired (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced arch/flitch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust silencer insecure rusted away (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Lower Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

  4. Pass170,939 miles (+8,596)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    170,939 miles
    Test number
    422687483121
    • AdvisoryOil leaks
    • AdvisoryOil leaks
    • AdvisoryRear chassis beam is corroded

  5. Pass162,343 miles (+6,210)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    162,343 miles
    Test number
    951712361777
    • AdvisoryOil leaks
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass156,133 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    156,133 miles
    Test number
    207151249139
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner wing corroded but not within any prescribed areas
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  7. Fail156,133 miles (+6,287)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,133 miles
    Test number
    304250345051
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheel arch (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wing (3.6.C.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner and outer sill (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner wing corroded but not within any prescribed areas
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  8. Pass149,846 miles (+1)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    149,846 miles
    Test number
    297891193135
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteCorrosion on near side inner wing

  9. Fail149,845 miles (+11,765)8 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,845 miles
    Test number
    229785683491
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteCorrosion on near side inner wing
    • NoteOff side rear brake disc in poor condition

  10. Pass138,080 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2013
    Odometer
    138,080 miles
    Test number
    269983322152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail138,079 miles (+13,278)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,079 miles
    Test number
    547503522131
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

  12. Pass124,801 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    124,801 miles
    Test number
    947062931089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail124,798 miles (+10,780)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,798 miles
    Test number
    198548221477
    • FailureFront Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureFuel hose leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

  14. Pass114,018 miles (+8,837)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    114,018 miles
    Test number
    810611420041
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  15. Pass105,181 miles (+5,243)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    105,181 miles
    Test number
    704089019008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass99,938 miles (+3,553)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    99,938 miles
    Test number
    404205018060
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Fail96,385 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,385 miles
    Test number
    123997017472
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

  18. Pass96,385 miles (+9,235)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    96,385 miles
    Test number
    170207017494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass87,150 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    87,150 miles
    Test number
    861459016006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T138 RDO

Does T138 RDO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T138 RDO expired on 17 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T138 RDO?
The MOT on T138 RDO expired on 17 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T138 RDO done?
T138 RDO was recorded at 190,225 miles at its MOT on 18 Feb 2022, an average of 6,409 miles a year.
Has T138 RDO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T138 RDO has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jan 2021.
Has the mileage on T138 RDO 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 T138 RDO find?
T138 RDO passed its latest MOT on 18 Feb 2022 with 7 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn; nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 4 more.

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