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Land Rover Discovery

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

T397 OKJMOT history

T397 OKJ is a red diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 31 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 29 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 36 MOT tests, with 148,016 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Sept 2027
Mileage
148,016 mi
At MOT on 30 Sept 2026
MOT tests
36
21 passed · 15 failed
Per year
4,862 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T397 OKJ
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 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T397 OKJ was last recorded at 148,016 miles on 30 Sept 2026, 10 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
148,006 miles · 17 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
10 miles
Average per year
4,862 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 148,016 miles
  • 2025 – 141,419 miles
  • 2024 – 133,167 miles
  • 2023 – 125,453 miles
  • 2022 – 119,398 miles
  • 2021 – 114,064 miles
  • 2020 – 110,587 miles
  • 2019 – 102,192 miles
  • 2018 – 97,087 miles
  • 2017 – 91,970 miles
  • 2016 – 87,061 miles
  • 2015 – 80,554 miles
  • 2014 – 74,666 miles
  • 2013 – 70,685 miles
  • 2012 – 63,531 miles
  • 2011 – 59,793 miles
  • 2010 – 58,228 miles
  • 2009 – 56,157 miles
  • 2008 – 53,149 miles
  • 2007 – 50,874 miles
  • 2006 – 47,988 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass148,016 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component damaged but not seriously weakened Hub assy cut with cutting disc (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced near body mountain (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test 3rd row

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test 3rd row

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

36 tests since 4 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass148,016 miles (+10)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    148,016 miles
    Test number
    384017868937
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component damaged but not seriously weakened Hub assy cut with cutting disc (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced near body mountain (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail148,006 miles (+6,587)6 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,006 miles
    Test number
    434020859399
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Fuel system component leaking back of engine (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced near body mountain (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryCoolant header tank cap re-fitted
    • AdvisoryLow on fuel

  3. Pass141,419 miles (+8,252)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    141,419 miles
    Test number
    569816197769
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test 3rd row
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test 3rd row
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass133,167 miles (+124)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    133,167 miles
    Test number
    242902008209
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test 3rd row
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test 3rd row
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test

  5. Fail133,043 miles (+7,590)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,043 miles
    Test number
    142881241498
    • MajorFront Prop shaft joint excessively worn rear joint (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play and noisy (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play and noisy (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test 3rd row
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test 3rd row
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test

  6. Pass125,453 miles (+173)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    125,453 miles
    Test number
    332143281162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail125,280 miles (+5,882)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,280 miles
    Test number
    806541393102
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring with an unsafe modification coil spring not seating in lower mountain (5.3.1 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryRear Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test

  8. Pass119,398 miles (+10)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    119,398 miles
    Test number
    590286887353
    • AdvisoryEvidence of centre diff leak
    • AdvisoryOil level low
    • AdvisoryWindscreen washers poor

  9. Fail119,388 miles (+5,324)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,388 miles
    Test number
    436278037352
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEvidence of centre diff leak
    • AdvisoryOil level low
    • AdvisoryWindscreen washers poor

  10. Pass114,064 miles (+3,477)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    114,064 miles
    Test number
    512288476791
    • AdvisoryCoolant low
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive front of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPAS misting of fluid

  11. Pass110,587 miles (+9)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    110,587 miles
    Test number
    850458195937
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  12. Fail110,578 miles (+8,386)2 dangerous1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,578 miles
    Test number
    221839807947
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake hose connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  13. Pass102,192 miles (+35)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    102,192 miles
    Test number
    156759103746

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail102,157 miles (+5,070)6 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,157 miles
    Test number
    893843298220
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  15. Pass97,087 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    97,087 miles
    Test number
    402151099676
    • AdvisoryFront both front tyres worn on inner edges
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion footwell area (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  16. Fail97,087 miles (+5,117)4 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,087 miles
    Test number
    534021538687
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis leg (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis and outrigger (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis leg (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryFront both front tyres worn on inner edges
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion footwell area (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass91,970 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    91,970 miles
    Test number
    909323829476
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail91,969 miles (+4,908)1 dangerous6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,969 miles
    Test number
    867906263083
    • DangerousStop lamp not working all (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass87,061 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    87,061 miles
    Test number
    943203749630
    • AdvisoryOffside centre/front body mounting area corroded
    • AdvisoryAll 4 tyres slightly perished

  20. Fail87,061 miles (+6,507)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,061 miles
    Test number
    954756254931
    • Repaired at testCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside centre/front body mounting area corroded
    • AdvisoryAll 4 tyres slightly perished

  21. Pass80,554 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    80,554 miles
    Test number
    188485655477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail80,537 miles (+5,871)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,537 miles
    Test number
    305570855037
    • FailureCentre Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

  23. Pass74,666 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    74,666 miles
    Test number
    487914464025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail74,666 miles (+3,981)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,666 miles
    Test number
    629263664051
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

  25. Pass70,685 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    70,685 miles
    Test number
    457503413138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail70,673 miles (+7,142)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,673 miles
    Test number
    935068903106
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

  27. Pass63,531 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    63,531 miles
    Test number
    277615502164
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteSteering box slight leak
    • NoteUnder body corrosion

  28. Fail63,531 miles (+3,738)3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,531 miles
    Test number
    229192802414
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteSteering box slight leak
    • NoteUnder body corrosion

  29. Pass59,793 miles (+1,565)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    59,793 miles
    Test number
    609149091023
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRadius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSome test items hidden by covers
    • NoteWidscreen has chip just under swept area

  30. Pass58,228 miles (+43)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    58,228 miles
    Test number
    772117850013
    • NoteChassis has slight surface corrosion.

  31. Fail58,185 miles (+2,028)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,185 miles
    Test number
    632087340036
    • FailureCentre Fluid suspension pipe leaking (2.4.D.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteChassis has slight surface corrosion.

  32. Pass56,157 miles (+3,008)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    56,157 miles
    Test number
    873329259020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass53,149 miles (+2,275)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    53,149 miles
    Test number
    211831368027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Pass50,874 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    50,874 miles
    Test number
    503987057062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  35. Fail50,874 miles (+2,886)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,874 miles
    Test number
    570145257035
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  36. Pass47,988 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    47,988 miles
    Test number
    351933266042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T397 OKJ

Does T397 OKJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T397 OKJ is valid until 29 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T397 OKJ?
The MOT on T397 OKJ is valid until 29 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 OKJ done?
T397 OKJ was recorded at 148,016 miles at its MOT on 30 Sept 2026, an average of 4,862 miles a year.
Has T397 OKJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T397 OKJ has failed 15 of its 36 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on T397 OKJ 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 OKJ find?
T397 OKJ passed its latest MOT on 30 Sept 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front suspension component damaged but not seriously weakened hub assy cut with cutting disc; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside rear inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge, and 2 more.

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