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Land Rover Discovery

Green · Diesel · 1997 · 2,495 cc

T298 DCDMOT history

T298 DCD is a green diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 31 Dec 1997. Its MOT is valid until 19 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 55,931 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Feb 2027
Mileage
55,931 mi
At MOT on 20 Feb 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
T298 DCD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
31 Dec 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T298 DCD was last recorded at 55,931 miles on 20 Feb 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 9 Jul 2018: 111,406 miles, lower than 176,252 miles on 2 May 2017.
  • 20 Feb 2026: 55,931 miles, lower than 149,275 miles on 13 Feb 2025.

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
149,275 miles · 13 Feb 2025

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 55,931 miles
  • 2025 – 149,275 miles
  • 2024 – 139,263 miles
  • 2023 – 130,466 miles
  • 2022 – 124,582 miles
  • 2021 – 119,541 miles
  • 2019 – 114,003 miles
  • 2018 – 111,406 miles
  • 2017 – 176,252 miles
  • 2016 – 172,757 miles
  • 2015 – 170,891 miles
  • 2014 – 160,016 miles
  • 2013 – 148,637 miles
  • 2012 – 136,340 miles
  • 2011 – 121,037 miles
  • 2010 – 109,529 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass55,931 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component has slight seepage
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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 Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2009

  • Offside Headlamp aim too high

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

29 tests since 25 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass55,931 miles (-93,344)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    55,931 miles
    Test number
    124752640137
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component has slight seepage
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass149,275 miles (+10,012)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    149,275 miles
    Test number
    753596665907

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass139,263 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    139,263 miles
    Test number
    915235893038
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (marked with chalk) (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  4. Fail139,260 miles (+8,794)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,260 miles
    Test number
    405788993425
    • MajorFuel pipe leaking injector leak off pipe (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (marked with chalk) (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  5. Pass130,466 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    130,466 miles
    Test number
    217289641369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail130,447 miles (+5,865)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,447 miles
    Test number
    594809769438
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt as marked with chalk (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass124,582 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    124,582 miles
    Test number
    143824612520

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail124,582 miles (+5,041)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,582 miles
    Test number
    754352592897
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass119,541 miles (+5,538)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    119,541 miles
    Test number
    191255543511

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass114,003 miles (+2,597)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    114,003 miles
    Test number
    669467723198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass111,406 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    111,406 miles
    Test number
    259453074210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail111,406 miles (-64,846)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,406 miles
    Test number
    676623812115
    • MajorBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  13. Pass176,252 miles (+3,495)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2018
    Odometer
    176,252 miles
    Test number
    759743238905

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass172,757 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    172,757 miles
    Test number
    822011675068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail172,757 miles (+1,866)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,757 miles
    Test number
    391426649572
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect condensation in head lamp (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisorySplit pins missing from o/s and n/s/r anti roll bar link castle nuts

  16. Pass170,891 miles (+10,875)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    170,891 miles
    Test number
    265690575078
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  17. Pass160,016 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    160,016 miles
    Test number
    689300874094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail160,006 miles (+11,369)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,006 miles
    Test number
    899534264006
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

  19. Pass148,637 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    148,637 miles
    Test number
    428767563099
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  20. Fail148,636 miles (+12,296)8 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,636 miles
    Test number
    985294663068
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Panhard rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  21. Pass136,340 miles (+15,303)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    136,340 miles
    Test number
    819639962085
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  22. Pass121,037 miles (+11,508)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    121,037 miles
    Test number
    147719441082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass109,529 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    109,529 miles
    Test number
    201380960072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass99,437 km2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    99,437 km
    Test number
    103499649405
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePropshaft component defective

  25. Fail99,437 km (+8,627)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,437 km
    Test number
    433147449005
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePropshaft component defective

  26. Pass90,810 km1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    90,810 km
    Test number
    280599278031
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePropshaft rear rubber coupling starting to deteriorate

  27. Fail90,810 km (+14,091)1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,810 km
    Test number
    953779178006
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePropshaft rear rubber coupling starting to deteriorate

  28. Pass76,719 km (+12,849)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    76,719 km
    Test number
    283927687084
    • NoteOil leak

  29. Pass63,870 km1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    63,870 km
    Test number
    194504486445
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres starting to distort

Questions about T298 DCD

Does T298 DCD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T298 DCD is valid until 19 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T298 DCD?
The MOT on T298 DCD is valid until 19 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T298 DCD done?
T298 DCD was recorded at 55,931 miles at its MOT on 20 Feb 2026.
Has T298 DCD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T298 DCD has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on T298 DCD ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 9 Jul 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T298 DCD find?
T298 DCD passed its latest MOT on 20 Feb 2026 with 2 advisories: offside front power steering component has slight seepage; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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