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Land Rover Discovery

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

T15 VAGMOT history

T15 VAG is a blue diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 30 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 20 Oct 2023 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 166,430 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Oct 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 20 Oct 2023
Mileage
166,430 mi
At MOT on 21 Oct 2022
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,382 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T15 VAG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
21 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T15 VAG was last recorded at 166,430 miles on 21 Oct 2022, 54 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Aug 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
166,376 miles · 26 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
54 miles
Average per year
4,382 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 166,430 miles
  • 2021 – 164,300 miles
  • 2019 – 160,605 miles
  • 2018 – 154,761 miles
  • 2017 – 151,523 miles
  • 2016 – 150,053 miles
  • 2015 – 148,095 miles
  • 2014 – 146,350 miles
  • 2013 – 143,333 miles
  • 2012 – 139,373 miles
  • 2011 – 132,543 miles
  • 2010 – 125,620 miles
  • 2009 – 119,795 miles
  • 2008 – 108,368 miles
  • 2007 – 105,182 miles
  • 2006 – 95,157 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass166,430 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryUnder body corroded

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor4 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Windscreen washer not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

28 tests since 31 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass166,430 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    166,430 miles
    Test number
    635918994956
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body corroded

  2. Fail166,430 miles (+54)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,430 miles
    Test number
    242772670379
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body corroded

  3. Fail166,376 miles (+2,076)6 dangerous7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,376 miles
    Test number
    370282492346
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected out rigger (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))
    • MajorStop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass164,300 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    164,300 miles
    Test number
    969536165347
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged WING MIRROR
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail164,300 miles1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,300 miles
    Test number
    753340880884
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged WING MIRROR
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. FailMileage not read2 dangerous11 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    256160805500
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousPower steering inoperative and steering adversely affected (2.1.5 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Body insecure Bumper (6.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass160,605 miles (+5,844)2 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    160,605 miles
    Test number
    317952352582
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll chassis out riggers are corroded
    • AdvisoryBody mountings have slight corrosion (Behind front wheels)
    • AdvisoryChassis is corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Lower bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Worn on inners (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear inner sill has slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Lower bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Worn on inners (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear bump stops are missing

  8. Pass154,761 miles (+3,238)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    154,761 miles
    Test number
    869313667810
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  9. Pass151,523 miles (+1,470)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    151,523 miles
    Test number
    191656495073
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush rear (2.4.G.2)

  10. Pass150,053 miles (+1,958)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    150,053 miles
    Test number
    783854297184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass148,095 miles (+1,745)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    148,095 miles
    Test number
    492371704984

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass146,350 miles (+3,017)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    146,350 miles
    Test number
    296586324375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass143,333 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    143,333 miles
    Test number
    288075533261
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

  14. Fail143,333 miles (+3,960)1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,333 miles
    Test number
    445435833225
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

  15. Fail139,373 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,373 miles
    Test number
    199276922296
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass139,373 miles (+6,830)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    139,373 miles
    Test number
    615466922281
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass132,543 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    132,543 miles
    Test number
    837453921286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail132,539 miles (+6,919)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,539 miles
    Test number
    528753921213
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass125,620 miles (+51)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    125,620 miles
    Test number
    672129820232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail125,569 miles (+5,774)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,569 miles
    Test number
    402132620200
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  21. Pass119,795 miles (+208)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    119,795 miles
    Test number
    361870649220
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteBoth rear brake discs worn
    • NoteBoth rear bump stops missing

  22. Fail119,587 miles (+11,219)3 dangerous4 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,587 miles
    Test number
    171221539278
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • FailureOffside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteBoth rear brake discs worn
    • NoteBoth rear bump stops missing

  23. Pass108,368 miles (+3,186)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    108,368 miles
    Test number
    702840748273
    • NoteBoth rear brake pipes corroding.
    • NoteRear chassis corroding.

  24. Pass105,182 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    105,182 miles
    Test number
    174975257298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail105,182 miles (+10,025)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,182 miles
    Test number
    793095257243
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass95,157 miles (+369)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    95,157 miles
    Test number
    881231976209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass94,788 miles (+1,622)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    94,788 miles
    Test number
    101032676134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass93,166 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    93,166 miles
    Test number
    712011636018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T15 VAG

Does T15 VAG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T15 VAG expired on 20 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T15 VAG?
The MOT on T15 VAG expired on 20 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T15 VAG done?
T15 VAG was recorded at 166,430 miles at its MOT on 21 Oct 2022, an average of 4,382 miles a year.
Has T15 VAG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T15 VAG has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on T15 VAG 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 T15 VAG find?
T15 VAG passed its latest MOT on 21 Oct 2022 with 3 advisories: nearside front wheel bearing has slight play; oil leak, but not excessive; under body corroded.

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