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Land Rover Discovery

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

T278 FUMMOT history

T278 FUM is a green diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 11 Oct 2026 and it has passed 17 of 29 MOT tests, with 119,607 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Oct 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 11 Oct 2026
Mileage
119,607 mi
At MOT on 12 Jun 2023
MOT tests
29
17 passed · 12 failed
Per year
2,183 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T278 FUM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
12 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T278 FUM was last recorded at 119,607 miles on 12 Jun 2023, 828 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jun 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
118,779 miles · 13 Jun 2022
Between the last two tests
828 miles
Average per year
2,183 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 119,607 miles
  • 2022 – 118,779 miles
  • 2020 – 114,117 miles
  • 2018 – 111,678 miles
  • 2017 – 111,409 miles
  • 2016 – 109,584 miles
  • 2014 – 107,591 miles
  • 2012 – 103,903 miles
  • 2011 – 100,075 miles
  • 2010 – 94,890 miles
  • 2009 – 91,443 miles
  • 2008 – 86,354 miles
  • 2007 – 84,150 miles
  • 2006 – 81,548 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Centre Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2006–2010

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

29 tests since 5 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    806254276712

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. PassMileage not read1 minor
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    280561786791
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  3. FailMileage not read1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    843689298436
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass119,607 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    119,607 miles
    Test number
    958311566473
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle has roll cage/ space frame welded to chassis

  5. Fail119,607 miles (+828)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,607 miles
    Test number
    689703601800
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle has roll cage/ space frame welded to chassis

  6. Pass118,779 miles (+4,662)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    118,779 miles
    Test number
    830326055413
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass114,117 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    114,117 miles
    Test number
    111282152685
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryAll underbody covered in mud and corroded

  8. Fail114,117 miles1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,117 miles
    Test number
    764257297779
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryAll under body rusty and muddy

  9. Fail114,117 miles (+2,439)2 dangerous10 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,117 miles
    Test number
    672313247478
    • DangerousNearside Rear Suspension component missing bump stop (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Suspension component missing bump stop missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting white paint (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting white paint (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting not welded all way round (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryAll under body rusty and muddy

  10. Pass111,678 miles (+269)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    111,678 miles
    Test number
    282834779918
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass111,409 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2018
    Odometer
    111,409 miles
    Test number
    474338404285
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNo front bumper fitted

  12. Fail111,404 miles (+1,820)9 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,404 miles
    Test number
    753602098327
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNo front bumper fitted

  13. Pass109,584 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    109,584 miles
    Test number
    473933838101
    • AdvisoryNearside Front hub leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre outer side wall cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside Front outer side wall cracking
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak

  14. Fail109,584 miles (+1,993)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,584 miles
    Test number
    281377993775
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings wheel arch (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front hub leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre outer side wall cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside Front outer side wall cracking
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak

  15. Pass107,591 miles (+1,856)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    107,591 miles
    Test number
    509560814372
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteN/S/F tyre wall cracked
    • NoteO/S/F tyre wall cracked
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass105,735 miles (+43)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    105,735 miles
    Test number
    209557104409
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteN/s/and o/s/quarter panels insecure

  17. Fail105,692 miles (+1,789)8 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,692 miles
    Test number
    415590994002
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteN/s/rear quarter panel insecure o/s/rear quarter panel insecure

  18. Pass103,903 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    103,903 miles
    Test number
    706734822027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail103,903 miles (+3,828)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,903 miles
    Test number
    186863622017
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

  20. Pass100,075 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    100,075 miles
    Test number
    506518211092
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear tyres cracking and in poor condition

  21. Fail100,075 miles (+5,185)6 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,075 miles
    Test number
    419675611075
    • FailureCentre Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureRear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)
    • NoteRear tyres cracking and in poor condition

  22. Pass94,890 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    94,890 miles
    Test number
    203750420021
    • AdvisoryCentre Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFront number plate slightly deteriorated.

  23. Fail94,890 miles (+3,447)3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,890 miles
    Test number
    272098210038
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)
    • FailureRear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryCentre Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFront number plate slightly deteriorated.

  24. Pass91,443 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    91,443 miles
    Test number
    332614119042
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  25. Fail91,443 miles (+5,089)3 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,443 miles
    Test number
    690444419029
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  26. Pass86,354 miles (+2,204)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    86,354 miles
    Test number
    724045118017
    • AdvisoryCentre Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSpare tyre defective

  27. Pass84,150 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    84,150 miles
    Test number
    684618107010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail84,150 miles (+2,602)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,150 miles
    Test number
    711268707009
    • FailureNearside Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryCentre Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Pass81,548 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    81,548 miles
    Test number
    962175906034
    • AdvisoryCentre Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T278 FUM

Does T278 FUM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T278 FUM expired on 11 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T278 FUM?
The MOT on T278 FUM expired on 11 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T278 FUM done?
T278 FUM was recorded at 119,607 miles at its MOT on 12 Jun 2023, an average of 2,183 miles a year.
Has T278 FUM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T278 FUM has failed 12 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on T278 FUM 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 T278 FUM find?
T278 FUM passed its latest MOT on 12 Oct 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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