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Land Rover Discovery

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 3,950 cc

T197 DLRMOT history

T197 DLR is a red petrol Land Rover Discovery first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 17 Nov 2026 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 100,512 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 Nov 2026
Mileage
100,512 mi
At MOT on 18 Nov 2025
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,994 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T197 DLR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,950 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T197 DLR was last recorded at 100,512 miles on 18 Nov 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,512 miles · 17 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
1,994 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 100,512 miles
  • 2024 – 98,739 miles
  • 2023 – 95,683 miles
  • 2022 – 92,622 miles
  • 2021 – 90,687 miles
  • 2020 – 88,954 miles
  • 2019 – 85,933 miles
  • 2018 – 85,507 miles
  • 2017 – 84,781 miles
  • 2007 – 72,393 miles
  • 2006 – 62,289 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass100,512 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting chassis (6.1.6 (i) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer in poor condition (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slightly corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Front Wheel bearing has slight play n/s & o/s

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm front bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

15 tests since 18 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass100,512 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    100,512 miles
    Test number
    619550805957
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting chassis (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer in poor condition (6.1.2 (a))
  2. Fail100,512 miles (+1,773)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,512 miles
    Test number
    479430667022
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers damaged to the extent that it does not function (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting chassis (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer in poor condition (6.1.2 (a))
  3. Pass98,739 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    98,739 miles
    Test number
    749612710346
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  4. Fail98,735 miles (+3,052)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,735 miles
    Test number
    404539322723
    • MajorFront Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn panhard rod to axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  5. Pass95,683 miles (+3,061)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    95,683 miles
    Test number
    260354648707
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn panhard rod bush has slight movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive very minor engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Pass92,622 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    92,622 miles
    Test number
    944232250832
    • MinorRear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated A frame ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust manifold cracked (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox oil cooler pipes (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive differential pinion seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Fail92,622 miles (+1,935)4 repaired1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,622 miles
    Test number
    856864749588
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorRear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated A frame ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust manifold cracked (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox oil cooler pipes (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive differential pinion seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Pass90,687 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    90,687 miles
    Test number
    173689934132
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play n/s & o/s (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  9. Fail90,684 miles (+1,730)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,684 miles
    Test number
    794634105771
    • DangerousNearside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play n/s & o/s (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  10. Pass88,954 miles (+3,021)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    88,954 miles
    Test number
    708338104877

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass85,933 miles (+426)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    85,933 miles
    Test number
    390544108914
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  12. Pass85,507 miles (+726)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    85,507 miles
    Test number
    424632354241
    • AdvisoryDrag link end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryDrag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  13. Pass84,781 miles (+12,388)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    84,781 miles
    Test number
    500699727821
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryBoot sealed.
    • AdvisoryBoth sills covered in trim.
  14. Pass72,393 miles (+10,104)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    72,393 miles
    Test number
    204003317361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass62,289 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    62,289 miles
    Test number
    601641966209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T197 DLR

Does T197 DLR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T197 DLR is valid until 17 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T197 DLR?
The MOT on T197 DLR is valid until 17 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T197 DLR done?
T197 DLR was recorded at 100,512 miles at its MOT on 18 Nov 2025, an average of 1,994 miles a year.
Has T197 DLR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T197 DLR has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on T197 DLR 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 T197 DLR find?
T197 DLR passed its latest MOT on 18 Nov 2025 with 3 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes corroded; offside rear vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting chassis; rear exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer in poor condition.

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