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Land Rover Discovery

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T255 VBVMOT history

T255 VBV is a blue diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 29 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 14 Apr 2027 and it has passed 18 of 30 MOT tests, with 185,678 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 Apr 2027
Mileage
185,678 mi
At MOT on 15 Apr 2026
MOT tests
30
18 passed · 12 failed
Per year
3,851 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T255 VBV
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
29 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T255 VBV was last recorded at 185,678 miles on 15 Apr 2026, 54 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Feb 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 19 Jun 2009: 13,723 miles, lower than 127,398 miles on 19 Jun 2008.
  • 7 Apr 2014: 152,988 miles, lower than 157,738 miles on 7 Oct 2011.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
185,624 miles · 4 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
54 miles
Average per year
3,851 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 185,678 miles
  • 2025 – 183,613 miles
  • 2023 – 181,900 miles
  • 2022 – 179,712 miles
  • 2021 – 177,197 miles
  • 2020 – 174,460 miles
  • 2019 – 170,624 miles
  • 2018 – 166,655 miles
  • 2017 – 163,017 miles
  • 2016 – 157,931 miles
  • 2015 – 155,037 miles
  • 2014 – 153,002 miles
  • 2011 – 157,738 miles
  • 2010 – 148,265 miles
  • 2009 – 13,739 miles
  • 2008 – 127,398 miles
  • 2007 – 118,854 miles
  • 2006 – 109,299 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass185,678 miles
  • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective BOTH (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryUNDERNEATH 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.

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded

    Failure3 MOTs, 2007–2015

  • Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

30 tests since 14 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass185,678 miles (+54)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    185,678 miles
    Test number
    392687449446
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective BOTH (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryUNDERNEATH CORRODED
  2. Fail185,624 miles (+2,011)12 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,624 miles
    Test number
    540391952327
    • MajorCentral Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength N/S CHASSIS (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength CHASSIS (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength CHASSIS (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced WHEEL ARCH (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength CHASSIS (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength O/S CHASSIS (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryALL UNDER BODY IS CORRODED
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  3. Pass183,613 miles (+1,713)19 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    183,613 miles
    Test number
    158094889583
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body mounting fixing insecure, but overall security not significantly reduced (6.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body panel slightly loose (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body mounting fixing insecure, but overall security not significantly reduced (6.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body mounting fixing insecure, but overall security not significantly reduced (6.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body panel slightly loose (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body mounting fixing insecure, but overall security not significantly reduced (6.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test boot rear
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
  4. Pass181,900 miles (+2,152)25 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    181,900 miles
    Test number
    942581774047
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body mounting fixing insecure, but overall security not significantly reduced corroded (6.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body panel slightly loose (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body mounting fixing insecure, but overall security not significantly reduced (6.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm mounting modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body mounting fixing insecure, but overall security not significantly reduced corroded (6.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body panel slightly loose (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body mounting fixing insecure, but overall security not significantly reduced (6.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  5. Pass179,748 miles (+36)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    179,748 miles
    Test number
    668512074191
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFUEL TANK STRAP CORRODED
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering linkage ball joint has slight play DROP ARM (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  6. Fail179,712 miles (+2,501)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,712 miles
    Test number
    100310002683
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering linkage ball joint has slight play drop arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank strap corroded
  7. Pass177,211 miles (+14)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    177,211 miles
    Test number
    417120625998
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
  8. Fail177,197 miles (+2,737)9 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,197 miles
    Test number
    518308009163
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced INNER UPPER ARCH (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced FLOOR AND TOP OF SILL (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength CHASSIS CROSS MEMBER (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced INNER AND OUTER SILL (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength CENTER CHASSIS (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength CHASSIS (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive FRONT OF SILL (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
  9. Pass174,460 miles (+3,836)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    174,460 miles
    Test number
    228163050940
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  10. Pass170,624 miles (+9)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    170,624 miles
    Test number
    651355928291
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth inner wing areas corroded
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal rubber missing
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosion
    • AdvisoryO/s/r reverse light inop
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads appear approx. 70% worn
    • AdvisoryRear propshaft rubber deteriorated
  11. Fail170,615 miles (+3,960)1 dangerous14 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,615 miles
    Test number
    201876572327
    • DangerousFront Prop shaft likely to become detached front prop uj very badly worn (6.1.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength 3 places (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inside door shut (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Towbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting several places (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorSteering box has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth inner wing areas corroded
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal rubber missing
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosion
    • AdvisoryO/s/r reverse light inop
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads appear approx. 70% worn
    • AdvisoryRear propshaft rubber deteriorated
  12. Pass166,655 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    166,655 miles
    Test number
    301440446251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail166,640 miles (+3,623)7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,640 miles
    Test number
    794991926291
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting passenger well (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting floor/cross member (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting top of inner wing (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  14. Pass163,017 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2018
    Odometer
    163,017 miles
    Test number
    643545562574

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail163,017 miles (+5,086)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,017 miles
    Test number
    523334518011
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) locking device missing (3.5.1l)
    • FailureNearside Lower Rear position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureRear Anti-roll bar missing both sides (2.4.G.1)
  16. Pass157,931 miles (+2,894)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    157,931 miles
    Test number
    748407356437
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion Outer Sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Splitting on outer tread
  17. Pass155,037 miles (+59)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    155,037 miles
    Test number
    916753375158
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • NoteRear crossmember deteriorating.
  18. Fail154,978 miles (+1,976)10 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,978 miles
    Test number
    966201565178
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureLower Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • NoteRear crossmember deteriorating.
  19. Pass153,002 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    153,002 miles
    Test number
    337766774127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail152,988 miles (-4,750)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,988 miles
    Test number
    179357294432
    • FailureBrake vacuum build up too slow (3.3.E.6)
    • FailureFront Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureSteering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)
  21. Pass157,738 miles (+9,473)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    157,738 miles
    Test number
    726560781215
    • AdvisoryInner Front Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteOffside & nearside rear brake discs are slightly scored
  22. Pass148,265 miles (+4)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    148,265 miles
    Test number
    282320170254
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteOil leak
  23. Fail148,261 miles (+134,522)7 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,261 miles
    Test number
    402010060250
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteOil leak
  24. Pass13,739 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    13,739 miles
    Test number
    343181189105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail13,723 miles (-113,675)1 dangerous3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,723 miles
    Test number
    820290179194
    • DangerousOil leak
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
  26. Pass127,398 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    127,398 miles
    Test number
    491831478122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail127,395 miles (+8,541)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,395 miles
    Test number
    974594868161
    • FailureCentre Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device mounting flange/sealing method defective (7.2.4c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
  28. Pass118,854 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    118,854 miles
    Test number
    972443167166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail118,854 miles (+9,555)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,854 miles
    Test number
    672162067146
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
  30. Pass109,299 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    109,299 miles
    Test number
    284555766440

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T255 VBV

Does T255 VBV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T255 VBV is valid until 14 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T255 VBV?
The MOT on T255 VBV is valid until 14 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T255 VBV done?
T255 VBV was recorded at 185,678 miles at its MOT on 15 Apr 2026, an average of 3,851 miles a year.
Has T255 VBV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T255 VBV has failed 12 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on T255 VBV ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 19 Jun 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T255 VBV find?
T255 VBV passed its latest MOT on 15 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: windscreen wiper blade defective both; nearside front wheel bearing has slight play; nearside front wheel bearing slightly noisy, and 2 more.

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