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Land Rover Discovery

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

T278 LBCMOT history

T278 LBC is a red diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 21 Apr 2026 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 167,623 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Apr 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 21 Apr 2026
Mileage
167,623 mi
At MOT on 22 Apr 2025
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,800 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T278 LBC
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
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
22 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T278 LBC was last recorded at 167,623 miles on 22 Apr 2025, 286 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Nov 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
167,337 miles · 16 Nov 2020
Between the last two tests
286 miles
Average per year
4,800 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 167,623 miles
  • 2020 – 167,337 miles
  • 2019 – 155,557 miles
  • 2018 – 148,709 miles
  • 2017 – 144,593 miles
  • 2016 – 140,864 miles
  • 2015 – 137,549 miles
  • 2014 – 131,943 miles
  • 2013 – 124,459 miles
  • 2012 – 116,807 miles
  • 2011 – 108,473 miles
  • 2010 – 101,209 miles
  • 2009 – 90,766 miles
  • 2008 – 84,867 miles
  • 2007 – 79,224 miles
  • 2006 – 76,409 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass167,623 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2010

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2010

Full MOT history

21 tests since 21 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass167,623 miles (+286)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    167,623 miles
    Test number
    502710594685
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass167,337 miles (+36)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    167,337 miles
    Test number
    268884726371
    • AdvisoryDrag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChassis corroded

  3. Fail167,301 miles (+11,744)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,301 miles
    Test number
    889180119249
    • MajorNearside Front Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension levelling valve leaking (5.3.5 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  4. Pass155,557 miles (+6,848)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    155,557 miles
    Test number
    477272500879
    • AdvisoryVery slight play in steering box drop arm

  5. Pass148,709 miles (+4,116)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2019
    Odometer
    148,709 miles
    Test number
    805038771566

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass144,593 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2018
    Odometer
    144,593 miles
    Test number
    893280232744
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)

  7. Fail144,593 miles (+3,729)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,593 miles
    Test number
    773559748937
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)

  8. Pass140,864 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    140,864 miles
    Test number
    317009363420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail140,864 miles (+3,315)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,864 miles
    Test number
    526331015699
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) steering arm at box (2.2.A.1a)

  10. Pass137,549 miles (+5,606)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    137,549 miles
    Test number
    245890425427
    • NoteSteering wheel out alingment

  11. Pass131,943 miles (+7,484)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    131,943 miles
    Test number
    425303614138
    • NoteOffside and nearside rear main chassis corroded

  12. Pass124,459 miles (+7,652)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    124,459 miles
    Test number
    699249713150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass116,807 miles (+8,334)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    116,807 miles
    Test number
    246994412465
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  14. Pass108,473 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    108,473 miles
    Test number
    136603901182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail108,459 miles (+7,250)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,459 miles
    Test number
    566981901153
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass101,209 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    101,209 miles
    Test number
    243219800412
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Fail101,209 miles (+10,443)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,209 miles
    Test number
    892677700172
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Brake hose stretched (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass90,766 miles (+5,899)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    90,766 miles
    Test number
    603059989021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass84,867 miles (+5,643)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    84,867 miles
    Test number
    140603818153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass79,224 miles (+2,815)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    79,224 miles
    Test number
    330413717168
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Pass76,409 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    76,409 miles
    Test number
    812481816151
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Questions about T278 LBC

Does T278 LBC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T278 LBC expired on 21 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T278 LBC?
The MOT on T278 LBC expired on 21 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T278 LBC done?
T278 LBC was recorded at 167,623 miles at its MOT on 22 Apr 2025, an average of 4,800 miles a year.
Has T278 LBC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T278 LBC has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Nov 2020.
Has the mileage on T278 LBC 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 LBC find?
T278 LBC passed its latest MOT on 22 Apr 2025 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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