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Land Rover Discovery

Silver · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

T161 MCAMOT history

T161 MCA is a silver diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 23 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 38 MOT tests, with 167,457 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Aug 2027
Mileage
167,457 mi
At MOT on 24 Aug 2026
MOT tests
38
21 passed · 17 failed
Per year
5,362 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T161 MCA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T161 MCA was last recorded at 167,457 miles on 24 Aug 2026, 219 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
167,238 miles · 11 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
219 miles
Average per year
5,362 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 167,457 miles
  • 2025 – 161,469 miles
  • 2024 – 157,864 miles
  • 2023 – 157,588 miles
  • 2022 – 155,538 miles
  • 2021 – 153,673 miles
  • 2020 – 152,505 miles
  • 2019 – 150,766 miles
  • 2018 – 149,067 miles
  • 2017 – 146,350 miles
  • 2016 – 143,123 miles
  • 2015 – 139,708 miles
  • 2014 – 135,074 miles
  • 2013 – 130,638 miles
  • 2012 – 121,605 miles
  • 2011 – 114,174 miles
  • 2010 – 103,080 miles
  • 2009 – 92,341 miles
  • 2008 – 79,676 miles
  • 2007 – 68,754 miles
  • 2006 – 57,913 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass167,457 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened subframe (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced whole chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025

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 Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Front Steering box has seepage

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2013–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2011

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass167,457 miles (+219)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    167,457 miles
    Test number
    730767008017
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened subframe (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced whole chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail167,238 miles (+5,769)3 dangerous9 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,238 miles
    Test number
    917174533501
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened subframe (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced whole chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass161,469 miles (+161)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    161,469 miles
    Test number
    362741924673
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced whole chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Fail161,308 miles (+3,444)1 dangerous4 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,308 miles
    Test number
    334511760965
    • DangerousOffside Front Driver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play drag link (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced whole chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass157,864 miles (+276)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    157,864 miles
    Test number
    373685258861
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule to caliper (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule to caliper (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner sill slight corrosion

  6. Pass157,588 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    157,588 miles
    Test number
    130399322857
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail157,588 miles (+2,050)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,588 miles
    Test number
    656010410810
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass155,538 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    155,538 miles
    Test number
    179936960372
    • MinorOffside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play to hub (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  9. Fail155,538 miles (+1,865)1 dangerous1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,538 miles
    Test number
    252461663296
    • DangerousNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorStop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play to hub (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass153,673 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    153,673 miles
    Test number
    198486190817

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail153,669 miles (+1,164)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,669 miles
    Test number
    432092590635
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass152,505 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    152,505 miles
    Test number
    267891230945
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  13. Fail152,505 miles (+1,739)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,505 miles
    Test number
    369830699694
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  14. Pass150,766 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    150,766 miles
    Test number
    527434375903

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail150,766 miles (+1,699)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,766 miles
    Test number
    408051068659
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  16. Pass149,067 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    149,067 miles
    Test number
    301673164357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail149,067 miles (+2,717)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,067 miles
    Test number
    855619186593
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

  18. Pass146,350 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    146,350 miles
    Test number
    237450777936

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail146,350 miles (+3,227)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,350 miles
    Test number
    672501052167
    • FailureCentral Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  20. Pass143,123 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    143,123 miles
    Test number
    373654986032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail143,123 miles (+3,415)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,123 miles
    Test number
    147163787053
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  22. Pass139,708 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    139,708 miles
    Test number
    228934011633

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail139,708 miles (+4,634)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,708 miles
    Test number
    451313788873
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

  24. Pass135,074 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    135,074 miles
    Test number
    779670644204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail135,074 miles (+4,436)3 failures1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,074 miles
    Test number
    918460944290
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  26. Pass130,638 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    130,638 miles
    Test number
    348132393178
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  27. Fail130,633 miles (+9,028)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,633 miles
    Test number
    277632493498
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  28. Pass121,605 miles (+7,431)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    121,605 miles
    Test number
    129612702178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass114,174 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    114,174 miles
    Test number
    189434391068
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  30. Fail114,174 miles (+11,094)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,174 miles
    Test number
    676321191028
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  31. Pass103,080 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    103,080 miles
    Test number
    241293100105
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  32. Fail103,080 miles (+10,739)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,080 miles
    Test number
    571592800188
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  33. Pass92,341 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    92,341 miles
    Test number
    144112699472

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Fail92,341 miles (+12,665)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,341 miles
    Test number
    161971099036
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  35. Pass79,676 miles (+10,922)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    79,676 miles
    Test number
    674757588089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  36. Pass68,754 miles (+10,841)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    68,754 miles
    Test number
    332406287085
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  37. Pass57,913 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    57,913 miles
    Test number
    100090486471

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  38. Fail57,913 miles3 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,913 miles
    Test number
    804099676089
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront anti roll bar bushes showing wear ( side movement )
    • NoteFront pads approx 60% worn
    • NoteO.s.f lower shock absober bush showing wear
    • NoteRear pads approx 80% worn

Questions about T161 MCA

Does T161 MCA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T161 MCA is valid until 23 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T161 MCA?
The MOT on T161 MCA is valid until 23 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T161 MCA done?
T161 MCA was recorded at 167,457 miles at its MOT on 24 Aug 2026, an average of 5,362 miles a year.
Has T161 MCA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T161 MCA has failed 17 of its 38 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on T161 MCA 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 T161 MCA find?
T161 MCA passed its latest MOT on 24 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; coil spring corroded all 4; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened subframe, and 3 more.

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