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Land Rover Discovery

Gold · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

T397 KUTMOT history

T397 KUT is a gold diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 23 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 26 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 148,949 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Sept 2027
Mileage
148,949 mi
At MOT on 3 Sept 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,588 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T397 KUT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Gold
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
23 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T397 KUT was last recorded at 148,949 miles on 3 Sept 2026, 2,483 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
146,466 miles · 11 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
2,483 miles
Average per year
4,588 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 148,949 miles
  • 2025 – 146,466 miles
  • 2024 – 143,156 miles
  • 2023 – 141,048 miles
  • 2022 – 138,477 miles
  • 2021 – 135,890 miles
  • 2020 – 133,664 miles
  • 2019 – 130,475 miles
  • 2018 – 126,415 miles
  • 2017 – 122,892 miles
  • 2016 – 118,326 miles
  • 2015 – 113,523 miles
  • 2014 – 109,049 miles
  • 2013 – 102,468 miles
  • 2012 – 96,229 miles
  • 2011 – 89,307 miles
  • 2010 – 82,935 miles
  • 2009 – 76,607 miles
  • 2008 – 70,668 miles
  • 2007 – 64,091 miles
  • 2006 – 57,403 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass148,949 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside front tyre wearing slightly inner edge

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.

  • Vehicle underside corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Nearside Front half shaft hub seal leaking oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive engine oil leaks

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front radiator support bracket corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

28 tests since 20 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass148,949 miles (+2,483)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    148,949 miles
    Test number
    844479904409
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre wearing slightly inner edge

  2. Pass146,466 miles (+3,310)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    146,466 miles
    Test number
    702328668697
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRadiator frame/mount corroded

  3. Pass143,156 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    143,156 miles
    Test number
    862594337786
    • AdvisoryNearside Front half shaft hub seal leaking
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear inner wing panel corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryRadiator mount corroded
    • AdvisoryVehicle underside corroded

  4. Fail143,150 miles (+2,102)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,150 miles
    Test number
    261685673059
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel parking brake (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front half shaft hub seal leaking
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear inner wing panel corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryRadiator mount corroded
    • AdvisoryVehicle underside corroded

  5. Pass141,048 miles (+8)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    141,048 miles
    Test number
    349610149025
    • AdvisoryNearside Front half shaft hub seal leaking oil
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil leaks (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront radiator support bracket corroded
    • AdvisoryVehicle underside corroded

  6. Fail141,040 miles (+2,563)2 dangerous5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,040 miles
    Test number
    944730917897
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure misshaped on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure misshaped on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake lining(s) contaminated oil leaking into handbrake drum (1.1.13 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play rear track arm ball joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front half shaft hub seal leaking oil
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil leaks (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront radiator support bracket corroded
    • AdvisoryVehicle underside corroded

  7. Pass138,477 miles (+2,587)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    138,477 miles
    Test number
    751056122979

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass135,890 miles (+2,226)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    135,890 miles
    Test number
    765264778990
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component box (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryChassis under radiater corroded

  9. Pass133,664 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    133,664 miles
    Test number
    348247495956
    • AdvisoryCentral stop lamp
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))

  10. Fail133,660 miles (+3,185)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,660 miles
    Test number
    700775640044
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral stop lamp
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))

  11. Pass130,475 miles (+4,060)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    130,475 miles
    Test number
    705893587615
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced cross member under radiater (6.1.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass126,415 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    126,415 miles
    Test number
    767761879390
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))

  13. Fail126,410 miles (+3,518)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,410 miles
    Test number
    512213920663
    • MajorFuel pipe union leaking fuel filter (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))

  14. Pass122,892 miles (+4,566)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    122,892 miles
    Test number
    204995973020
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  15. Pass118,326 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    118,326 miles
    Test number
    967062871149
    • AdvisoryEngine Oil Leak
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint Offside & Nearside Front Lower Ball Joints (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint Offside & Nearside Front Upper Ball Joints (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryLower Vehicle Covers Fitted
    • AdvisoryOffside & Nearside Front Tyres Perished
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a slightly worn bush Offside & Nearside Front Shock Absorbers Lower Bush (2.7.4)

  16. Fail118,326 miles (+4,803)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,326 miles
    Test number
    894685754990
    • FailureStop lamp not working All Rear Brake Lights (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryEngine Oil Leak
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint Offside & Nearside Front Lower Ball Joints (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint Offside & Nearside Front Upper Ball Joints (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryLower Vehicle Covers Fitted
    • AdvisoryOffside & Nearside Front Tyres Perished
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a slightly worn bush Offside & Nearside Front Shock Absorbers Lower Bush (2.7.4)

  17. Pass113,523 miles (+4,474)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    113,523 miles
    Test number
    549341843526
    • AdvisoryEngine Oil Leak
    • AdvisoryEngine Water Leak
    • AdvisoryLower Engine Cover Fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  18. Pass109,049 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    109,049 miles
    Test number
    295510164210
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteO/s and n/s rear tyres perished

  19. Fail109,049 miles (+6,581)2 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,049 miles
    Test number
    259000164201
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteO/s and n/s rear tyres perished

  20. Pass102,468 miles (+6,239)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    102,468 miles
    Test number
    897508963285
    • NoteFront brake discs and pads near limit

  21. Pass96,229 miles (+82)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    96,229 miles
    Test number
    579415052286
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteSlight dampness around active cornering strut offside front
    • NoteSlight dampness at a,c,e suspension valve block

  22. Fail96,147 miles (+6,840)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,147 miles
    Test number
    536210152292
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteSlight dampness around active cornering strut offside front

  23. Pass89,307 miles (+6,372)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    89,307 miles
    Test number
    506866051298
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  24. Pass82,935 miles (+6,328)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    82,935 miles
    Test number
    591975960249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass76,607 miles (+5,939)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    76,607 miles
    Test number
    993265369257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass70,668 miles (+6,577)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    70,668 miles
    Test number
    860172668264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass64,091 miles (+6,688)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    64,091 miles
    Test number
    730801767290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass57,403 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    57,403 miles
    Test number
    463203166272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T397 KUT

Does T397 KUT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T397 KUT is valid until 26 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T397 KUT?
The MOT on T397 KUT is valid until 26 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T397 KUT done?
T397 KUT was recorded at 148,949 miles at its MOT on 3 Sept 2026, an average of 4,588 miles a year.
Has T397 KUT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T397 KUT has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on T397 KUT 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 T397 KUT find?
T397 KUT passed its latest MOT on 3 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside front tyre wearing slightly inner edge.

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