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Land Rover Discovery

Black · Diesel · 2009 · 2,720 cc

T29 BDBMOT history

T29 BDB is a black diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 11 Jul 2009. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jul 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 190,020 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jul 2027
Mileage
190,020 mi
At MOT on 30 Jul 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
10,569 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T29 BDB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,720 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
11 Jul 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T29 BDB was last recorded at 190,020 miles on 30 Jul 2026, 4,100 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
185,920 miles · 10 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
4,100 miles
Average per year
10,569 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 190,020 miles
  • 2025 – 185,920 miles
  • 2024 – 177,201 miles
  • 2023 – 171,246 miles
  • 2022 – 167,211 miles
  • 2021 – 162,108 miles
  • 2020 – 142,291 miles
  • 2019 – 122,189 miles
  • 2018 – 114,288 miles
  • 2017 – 89,383 miles
  • 2016 – 80,158 miles
  • 2015 – 67,629 miles
  • 2014 – 54,328 miles
  • 2013 – 51,504 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass190,020 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Fog light slightly discoloured
  • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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.

  • Engine covers and under trays fitted to the vehicle

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

20 tests since 21 Jun 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass190,020 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    190,020 miles
    Test number
    762855381568
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Fog light slightly discoloured
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail190,020 miles (+4,100)1 dangerous1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,020 miles
    Test number
    589932415691
    • DangerousTrailer electrical socket (13 pin) not functioning at all (4.10 (c) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Fog light slightly discoloured
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass185,920 miles (+2)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    185,920 miles
    Test number
    977412267447
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Fail185,918 miles (+8,717)7 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,918 miles
    Test number
    103500161322
    • MajorCentral Prop shaft bearing excessively worn (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass177,201 miles (+5,955)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    177,201 miles
    Test number
    504338746985
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass171,246 miles (+4,035)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    171,246 miles
    Test number
    597101287640
    • AdvisoryNearside 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))

  7. Pass167,211 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    167,211 miles
    Test number
    370237376635

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail167,197 miles (+5,089)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,197 miles
    Test number
    954088229612
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass162,108 miles (+19,817)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    162,108 miles
    Test number
    580302567640

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass142,291 miles (+20,102)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    142,291 miles
    Test number
    634875727595

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass122,189 miles (+7,901)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    122,189 miles
    Test number
    372374516341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass114,288 miles (+13,383)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    114,288 miles
    Test number
    874857741571

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass100,905 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    100,905 miles
    Test number
    954538375487
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted to the vehicle
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  14. Fail100,905 miles (+11,522)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,905 miles
    Test number
    726483525844
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted to the vehicle
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  15. Pass89,383 miles (+9,225)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    89,383 miles
    Test number
    174014293502
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted to the vehicle

  16. Pass80,158 miles (+12,529)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    80,158 miles
    Test number
    769298931701
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear child seat fitted to an adult seat belt
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted to the vehicle

  17. Fail67,629 miles1 repaired3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,629 miles
    Test number
    155670425478
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass67,629 miles (+13,301)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    67,629 miles
    Test number
    309840325084
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass54,328 miles (+2,824)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    54,328 miles
    Test number
    569244734020
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass51,504 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    51,504 miles
    Test number
    457382473106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T29 BDB

Does T29 BDB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T29 BDB is valid until 29 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T29 BDB?
The MOT on T29 BDB is valid until 29 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T29 BDB done?
T29 BDB was recorded at 190,020 miles at its MOT on 30 Jul 2026, an average of 10,569 miles a year.
Has T29 BDB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T29 BDB has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on T29 BDB 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 T29 BDB find?
T29 BDB passed its latest MOT on 30 Jul 2026 with 8 advisories: front anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule; nearside rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule, and 5 more.

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