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Land Rover Discovery

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T181 GBTMOT history

T181 GBT is a blue diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 29 Sept 2026 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 175,389 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 29 Sept 2026
Mileage
175,389 mi
At MOT on 19 Sept 2025
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,511 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T181 GBT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
19 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T181 GBT was last recorded at 175,389 miles on 19 Sept 2025, 5,038 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
170,351 miles · 26 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
5,038 miles
Average per year
4,511 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 175,389 miles
  • 2024 – 170,351 miles
  • 2023 – 167,550 miles
  • 2022 – 164,437 miles
  • 2021 – 160,954 miles
  • 2020 – 156,802 miles
  • 2018 – 154,528 miles
  • 2017 – 152,452 miles
  • 2016 – 149,803 miles
  • 2015 – 147,019 miles
  • 2013 – 137,472 miles
  • 2012 – 130,170 miles
  • 2011 – 124,961 miles
  • 2010 – 119,862 miles
  • 2009 – 113,875 miles
  • 2008 – 100,675 miles
  • 2006 – 90,856 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass175,389 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryCorroded under all body

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

24 tests since 23 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass175,389 miles (+5,038)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    175,389 miles
    Test number
    366480110674
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorroded under all body

  2. Pass170,351 miles (+2,801)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    170,351 miles
    Test number
    718018455320
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass167,550 miles (+3,113)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    167,550 miles
    Test number
    610653780808
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder carriage corroded

  4. Pass164,437 miles (+3,483)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    164,437 miles
    Test number
    143368110197
    • AdvisoryUnder body has surface corrosion-chassis legs have surface rust-slight oil leak-parking brake passed on limit

  5. Pass160,954 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    160,954 miles
    Test number
    393481519131
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndercarriage has surface rust

  6. Fail160,954 miles (+4,152)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,954 miles
    Test number
    186281006310
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndercarriage has surface rust

  7. Pass156,802 miles (+2,274)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    156,802 miles
    Test number
    178715733244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass154,528 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    154,528 miles
    Test number
    765298796489
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  9. Fail154,528 miles (+2,076)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,528 miles
    Test number
    641581835698
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Power steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass152,452 miles (+2,649)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    152,452 miles
    Test number
    816269260426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass149,803 miles (+2,784)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    149,803 miles
    Test number
    386674450526
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded both (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass147,019 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    147,019 miles
    Test number
    989142005219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail147,019 miles (+9,547)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,019 miles
    Test number
    806145295138
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureVehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  14. Pass137,472 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    137,472 miles
    Test number
    337720213442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail137,462 miles (+7,292)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,462 miles
    Test number
    245558793147
    • FailureDrag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  16. Pass130,170 miles (+5,209)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    130,170 miles
    Test number
    528450582155
    • 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 Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass124,961 miles (+5,099)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    124,961 miles
    Test number
    579167391187
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside rear indicator temp repair....

  18. Pass119,862 miles6 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    119,862 miles
    Test number
    321771300259
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOffside front tyre is perished and has a small cut in tread.
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear brake discs are worn.
    • NoteSlight movement in offside front steering/suspension component.
    • NoteSmall cut in nearside front outer tyre wall.
    • NoteSuspension warning light illuminated on dashboard.

  19. Fail119,862 miles (+5,987)10 failures4 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,862 miles
    Test number
    903955390162
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear brake discs are worn.
    • NoteSlight movement in offside front steering/suspension component.
    • NoteSmall cut in nearside front outer tyre wall.
    • NoteSuspension warning light illuminated on dashboard.

  20. Pass113,875 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    113,875 miles
    Test number
    653034179149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail113,875 miles (+13,200)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,875 miles
    Test number
    234543579426
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incomplete (1.5.A1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  22. Pass100,675 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    100,675 miles
    Test number
    193990538083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail100,675 miles (+9,819)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,675 miles
    Test number
    634560538097
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass90,856 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    90,856 miles
    Test number
    351447456317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T181 GBT

Does T181 GBT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T181 GBT expired on 29 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T181 GBT?
The MOT on T181 GBT expired on 29 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T181 GBT done?
T181 GBT was recorded at 175,389 miles at its MOT on 19 Sept 2025, an average of 4,511 miles a year.
Has T181 GBT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T181 GBT has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Aug 2021.
Has the mileage on T181 GBT 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 T181 GBT find?
T181 GBT passed its latest MOT on 19 Sept 2025 with 3 advisories: nearside front track rod end ball joint has slight play; offside front track rod end ball joint has slight play; corroded under all body.

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