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Land Rover Discovery

Gold · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

T261 SFGMOT history

T261 SFG is a gold diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 22 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 30 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 194,345 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Apr 2027
Mileage
194,345 mi
At MOT on 1 May 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,025 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T261 SFG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Gold
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
22 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
1 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T261 SFG was last recorded at 194,345 miles on 1 May 2026, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
194,339 miles · 20 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
5,025 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 194,345 miles
  • 2025 – 191,933 miles
  • 2024 – 190,204 miles
  • 2023 – 188,031 miles
  • 2022 – 185,992 miles
  • 2021 – 183,665 miles
  • 2020 – 181,794 miles
  • 2019 – 180,351 miles
  • 2018 – 176,230 miles
  • 2017 – 172,339 miles
  • 2016 – 167,859 miles
  • 2015 – 163,664 miles
  • 2014 – 157,721 miles
  • 2013 – 148,738 miles
  • 2012 – 142,548 miles
  • 2011 – 135,681 miles
  • 2010 – 127,809 miles
  • 2009 – 118,816 miles
  • 2008 – 111,449 miles
  • 2007 – 102,325 miles
  • 2006 – 92,941 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass194,345 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front bumper corner damagedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front bumper corner damagedRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Engine has a oil leak

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Rear Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Rear seats folded down at the time of test

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass194,345 miles (+6)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    194,345 miles
    Test number
    787793733266
    • MinorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front bumper corner damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front bumper corner damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail194,339 miles (+2,406)4 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,339 miles
    Test number
    759651088065
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on an air braking system (1.1.11 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front bumper corner damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front bumper corner damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass191,933 miles (+3)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    191,933 miles
    Test number
    550325307318
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper shock absorber mounting correded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front bumper corner damaged

  4. Fail191,930 miles (+1,726)1 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,930 miles
    Test number
    145746081259
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended lower mounting detached (7.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper shock absorber mounting correded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front bumper corner damaged

  5. Pass190,204 miles (+2,173)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    190,204 miles
    Test number
    721788505137
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront bumper damaged
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion

  6. Pass188,031 miles (+2,039)15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    188,031 miles
    Test number
    539663201885
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower fog light is insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing turret (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front bumper is damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear central locking not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing turret (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear seats folded down at the time of test

  7. Pass185,992 miles (+2,327)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    185,992 miles
    Test number
    710547614339
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear central locking not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing mounting casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear seats folded down at the time of test

  8. Pass183,665 miles (+21)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    183,665 miles
    Test number
    933266393406
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine has a oil leak

  9. Fail183,644 miles (+1,850)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,644 miles
    Test number
    730251209775
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front headlight glass has a hole in it
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryEngine has a oil leak

  10. Pass181,794 miles (+11)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    181,794 miles
    Test number
    364826364338
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front door mirror assembly is damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside headlight has a hole in it
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryEngine has a oil leak

  11. Fail181,783 miles (+1,432)5 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,783 miles
    Test number
    722662891641
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop link (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop link (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front door mirror assembly is damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside headlight has a hole in it
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryEngine has a oil leak

  12. Pass180,351 miles (+47)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    180,351 miles
    Test number
    666915193998
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear seats folded down

  13. Fail180,304 miles (+4,074)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,304 miles
    Test number
    751964137609
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front door mirror cover damaged
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear seats folded down at the time of test

  14. Pass176,230 miles (+3,891)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    176,230 miles
    Test number
    530909361288
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  15. Pass172,339 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    172,339 miles
    Test number
    467662760530
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  16. Fail172,332 miles (+4,473)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,332 miles
    Test number
    823975683780
    • FailureTrailer electrical socket (13 pin) not operating the trailer lamps as intended (1.9.4)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  17. Pass167,859 miles (+4,195)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    167,859 miles
    Test number
    956017797302
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  18. Pass163,664 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    163,664 miles
    Test number
    166870655482
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Fail163,664 miles (+5,943)1 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,664 miles
    Test number
    519110055078
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass157,721 miles (+8,983)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    157,721 miles
    Test number
    518318344089
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Pass148,738 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    148,738 miles
    Test number
    599311333070
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteRear seats erected prior to test - to check seat belts

  22. Fail148,738 miles (+6,190)3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,738 miles
    Test number
    576751233090
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteRear seats erected prior to test - to check seat belts

  23. Pass142,548 miles (+6,867)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    142,548 miles
    Test number
    107334832458
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  24. Pass135,681 miles (+7,872)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    135,681 miles
    Test number
    745771731077
    • NoteBoth front brake hoses pershied.
    • NoteBoth front lower shocker bushes split.
    • NoteBoth rear tyre wall pershied.
    • NoteFront brake discs lipped
    • NoteO,s,r steel brake pipes rusty

  25. Pass127,809 miles (+8,993)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    127,809 miles
    Test number
    453899120085
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront number plate started to deteriate

  26. Pass118,816 miles (+7,367)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    118,816 miles
    Test number
    474896339098
    • NoteAcceptable play in o.s.f steering joint
    • NoteO.s.f tyre waeing inner edge,
    • NoteRear steel brake pipe above chassis corroded.

  27. Pass111,449 miles (+9,124)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    111,449 miles
    Test number
    611246558019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass102,325 miles (+9,384)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    102,325 miles
    Test number
    542794157082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass92,941 miles5 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    92,941 miles
    Test number
    290315056072
    • NoteAcceptable play in o.s.f front track rod end.
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing unevenly.
    • NoteO.s.r steel brake pipe corroded,
    • NoteOff side front tyre close to limit.
    • NoteSteering box damp and slightly noisy

Questions about T261 SFG

Does T261 SFG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T261 SFG is valid until 30 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T261 SFG?
The MOT on T261 SFG is valid until 30 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T261 SFG done?
T261 SFG was recorded at 194,345 miles at its MOT on 1 May 2026, an average of 5,025 miles a year.
Has T261 SFG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T261 SFG has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on T261 SFG 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 T261 SFG find?
T261 SFG passed its latest MOT on 1 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: offside rear anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 5 more.

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