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Land Rover Discovery

Silver · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

T221 BGTMOT history

T221 BGT is a silver diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 17 Jun 2027 and it has passed 22 of 25 MOT tests, with 187,530 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 Jun 2027
Mileage
187,530 mi
At MOT on 18 Jun 2026
MOT tests
25
22 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,560 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T221 BGT
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
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T221 BGT was last recorded at 187,530 miles on 18 Jun 2026, 2,873 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
184,657 miles · 1 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
2,873 miles
Average per year
4,560 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 187,530 miles
  • 2025 – 184,657 miles
  • 2024 – 183,125 miles
  • 2023 – 181,213 miles
  • 2022 – 179,306 miles
  • 2021 – 177,298 miles
  • 2020 – 176,235 miles
  • 2019 – 174,033 miles
  • 2018 – 170,780 miles
  • 2017 – 167,045 miles
  • 2016 – 164,028 miles
  • 2015 – 159,813 miles
  • 2014 – 155,407 miles
  • 2013 – 148,589 miles
  • 2012 – 144,547 miles
  • 2011 – 140,177 miles
  • 2010 – 133,103 miles
  • 2009 – 125,221 miles
  • 2008 – 114,394 miles
  • 2007 – 108,678 miles
  • 2006 – 104,292 miles
  • 2005 – 93,301 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass187,530 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner wheel arch corrodedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension bellows damaged but not to excess (5.3.5 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension bellows damaged but not to excess (5.3.5 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (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 Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Suspension bellows damaged but not to excess perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside foot step build up corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

25 tests since 18 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass187,530 miles (+2,873)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    187,530 miles
    Test number
    197599237284
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension bellows damaged but not to excess (5.3.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension bellows damaged but not to excess (5.3.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))

  2. Pass184,657 miles (+3)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    184,657 miles
    Test number
    515340345642
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension bellows damaged but not to excess perished (5.3.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension bellows damaged but not to excess perished and beginning to show cord (5.3.5 (b) (i))

  3. Fail184,654 miles (+1,529)12 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,654 miles
    Test number
    273048558343
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect led bulbs fitted (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect led bulbs fitted (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension bellows damaged but not to excess perished (5.3.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension bellows damaged but not to excess begining to show cord (5.3.5 (b) (i))

  4. Pass183,125 miles (+1,912)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    183,125 miles
    Test number
    749756802112
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner wheel arch corroded , not prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass181,213 miles (+1,907)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    181,213 miles
    Test number
    442148319556
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass179,306 miles (+2,008)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    179,306 miles
    Test number
    945397153350
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play OFFSIDE+NEARSIDE (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front diff sill seal leaking
    • AdvisoryNearside foot step build up corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass177,298 miles (+1,063)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    177,298 miles
    Test number
    154497115146
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside foot step build up corrosion
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced offside+nearside (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Pass176,235 miles (+2,202)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    176,235 miles
    Test number
    788661564980

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass174,033 miles (+3,253)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    174,033 miles
    Test number
    618372006858

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass170,780 miles (+3,735)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    170,780 miles
    Test number
    931485616791

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass167,045 miles (+3,017)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    167,045 miles
    Test number
    575201250342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass164,028 miles (+4,215)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    164,028 miles
    Test number
    117982827795

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass159,813 miles (+4,406)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    159,813 miles
    Test number
    758268195108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass155,407 miles (+6,818)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    155,407 miles
    Test number
    965237794145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail148,589 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,589 miles
    Test number
    368190003224
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  16. Pass148,589 miles (+4,042)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    148,589 miles
    Test number
    636100303257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass144,547 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    144,547 miles
    Test number
    389311902211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail144,547 miles (+4,370)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,547 miles
    Test number
    425621802226
    • Repaired at testCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  19. Pass140,177 miles (+7,074)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    140,177 miles
    Test number
    699250091199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass133,103 miles (+7,882)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    133,103 miles
    Test number
    311834000237
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  21. Pass125,221 miles (+10,827)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    125,221 miles
    Test number
    914002789224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass114,394 miles (+5,716)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    114,394 miles
    Test number
    331361978469

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass108,678 miles (+4,386)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    108,678 miles
    Test number
    872625587273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass104,292 miles (+10,991)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    104,292 miles
    Test number
    652967876288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass93,301 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    93,301 miles
    Test number
    151531795290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T221 BGT

Does T221 BGT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T221 BGT is valid until 17 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T221 BGT?
The MOT on T221 BGT is valid until 17 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T221 BGT done?
T221 BGT was recorded at 187,530 miles at its MOT on 18 Jun 2026, an average of 4,560 miles a year.
Has T221 BGT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T221 BGT has failed 3 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on T221 BGT 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 T221 BGT find?
T221 BGT passed its latest MOT on 18 Jun 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front inner wheel arch corroded; nearside rear suspension bellows damaged but not to excess; offside rear suspension bellows damaged but not to excess, and 2 more.

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