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Land Rover Discovery

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

T278 GUAMOT history

T278 GUA is a red diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 29 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 12 Feb 2027 and it has passed 21 of 34 MOT tests, with 255,252 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Feb 2027
Mileage
255,252 mi
At MOT on 9 Feb 2026
MOT tests
34
21 passed · 13 failed
Per year
9,995 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T278 GUA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
29 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T278 GUA was last recorded at 255,252 miles on 9 Feb 2026, 3,261 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
251,991 miles · 11 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
3,261 miles
Average per year
9,995 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 255,252 miles
  • 2025 – 251,991 miles
  • 2024 – 247,242 miles
  • 2023 – 245,527 miles
  • 2022 – 242,456 miles
  • 2021 – 236,127 miles
  • 2020 – 231,339 miles
  • 2019 – 226,615 miles
  • 2018 – 214,680 miles
  • 2017 – 195,039 miles
  • 2016 – 188,759 miles
  • 2015 – 182,928 miles
  • 2014 – 178,507 miles
  • 2013 – 173,534 miles
  • 2012 – 166,103 miles
  • 2011 – 142,766 miles
  • 2010 – 122,234 miles
  • 2009 – 106,344 miles
  • 2008 – 91,543 miles
  • 2007 – 76,233 miles
  • 2006 – 55,458 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass255,252 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

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 Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Steering box leaking oil

    Minor4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Fluid leak, but not excessive Steering box

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

34 tests since 13 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass255,252 miles (+3,261)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    255,252 miles
    Test number
    250484425176
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  2. Pass251,991 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    251,991 miles
    Test number
    639213789873
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail251,991 miles (+4,749)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    251,991 miles
    Test number
    655420697640
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass247,242 miles (+23)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    247,242 miles
    Test number
    352372821863
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))

  5. Fail247,219 miles (+1,692)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    247,219 miles
    Test number
    759935885944
    • MajorNearside Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))

  6. Pass245,527 miles (+24)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    245,527 miles
    Test number
    170599224874
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  7. Fail245,503 miles (+3,047)4 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    245,503 miles
    Test number
    297488843964
    • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting centre rear (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting centre front (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting centre rear (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  8. Pass242,456 miles (+6,329)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    242,456 miles
    Test number
    380598734810
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view crack coming from passenger side (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  9. Pass236,127 miles (+4,788)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    236,127 miles
    Test number
    621196770757
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

  10. Pass231,339 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    231,339 miles
    Test number
    655095324711
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail231,339 miles (+4,724)1 dangerous1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    231,339 miles
    Test number
    595582409119
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Drag link end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass226,615 miles (+5)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    226,615 miles
    Test number
    865585058246
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive Steering box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Watts Linkage bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Fail226,610 miles (+11,930)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    226,610 miles
    Test number
    632903574016
    • MajorNearside Front Brake prescribed area is excessively corroded ABS Module (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive Steering box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Watts Linkage bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Pass214,680 miles (+410)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    214,680 miles
    Test number
    578495891565
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Fail214,270 miles (+19,231)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    214,270 miles
    Test number
    399112430615
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass195,039 miles (+6,280)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    195,039 miles
    Test number
    869657277090
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Pass188,759 miles (+21)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    188,759 miles
    Test number
    604208713052
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  18. Fail188,738 miles (+5,810)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,738 miles
    Test number
    433961308678
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  19. Pass182,928 miles (+4,421)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    182,928 miles
    Test number
    657300625024
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNearside front shock absorber lower bush slightly deteriorated

  20. Pass178,507 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    178,507 miles
    Test number
    466666934033
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Fail178,507 miles (+4,973)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,507 miles
    Test number
    195224034080
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Pass173,534 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    173,534 miles
    Test number
    228887533086
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Fail173,534 miles (+7,431)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,534 miles
    Test number
    318746433083
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  24. Pass166,103 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    166,103 miles
    Test number
    429830322010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail166,103 miles (+23,337)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,103 miles
    Test number
    998058512072
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  26. Pass142,766 miles (+312)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    142,766 miles
    Test number
    837376621009
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  27. Fail142,454 miles (+20,220)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,454 miles
    Test number
    987082121091
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  28. Pass122,234 miles (+15,890)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    122,234 miles
    Test number
    293043020076
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) obscured but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Pass106,344 miles (+14,801)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    106,344 miles
    Test number
    773478939085
    • NoteBrake pipes corroding
    • NoteFront discs look worn

  30. Pass91,543 miles (+15,310)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    91,543 miles
    Test number
    332210648056
    • NoteFront and rear discs look worn
    • NoteFront tyres slightly scrubbing

  31. Pass76,233 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    76,233 miles
    Test number
    874587127052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail76,233 miles (+20,775)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,233 miles
    Test number
    994547727026
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  33. Pass55,458 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    55,458 miles
    Test number
    102984246439
    • NoteThe nearside front tyre sidewalls are slightly perished

  34. Fail55,458 miles2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,458 miles
    Test number
    151394346486
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteBoth rear bump stops have rubber pads missing
    • NoteThe nearside front tyre sidewalls are slightly perished

Questions about T278 GUA

Does T278 GUA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T278 GUA is valid until 12 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T278 GUA?
The MOT on T278 GUA is valid until 12 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T278 GUA done?
T278 GUA was recorded at 255,252 miles at its MOT on 9 Feb 2026, an average of 9,995 miles a year.
Has T278 GUA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T278 GUA has failed 13 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on T278 GUA 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 GUA find?
T278 GUA passed its latest MOT on 9 Feb 2026 with 1 advisory: offside front power steering component has slight seepage from a component.

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