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Land Rover Discovery

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

T428 VHUMOT history

T428 VHU is a green diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 21 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 14 Sept 2024 and it has passed 18 of 33 MOT tests, with 260,478 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Sept 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 14 Sept 2024
Mileage
260,478 mi
At MOT on 15 Sept 2023
MOT tests
33
18 passed · 15 failed
Per year
8,437 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T428 VHU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
21 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
15 Sept 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T428 VHU was last recorded at 260,478 miles on 15 Sept 2023, 62 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Aug 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
260,416 miles · 29 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
62 miles
Average per year
8,437 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 260,478 miles
  • 2022 – 257,101 miles
  • 2021 – 254,126 miles
  • 2020 – 251,812 miles
  • 2019 – 247,178 miles
  • 2018 – 240,247 miles
  • 2017 – 234,093 miles
  • 2016 – 227,355 miles
  • 2015 – 218,594 miles
  • 2014 – 213,399 miles
  • 2013 – 209,343 miles
  • 2012 – 201,024 miles
  • 2011 – 189,309 miles
  • 2010 – 178,240 miles
  • 2009 – 160,765 miles
  • 2008 – 144,731 miles
  • 2007 – 136,647 miles
  • 2006 – 116,009 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass260,478 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2013

  • Fluid leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2022

Full MOT history

33 tests since 1 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass260,478 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    260,478 miles
    Test number
    483466750429
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail260,469 miles (+53)1 dangerous1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    260,469 miles
    Test number
    413780667503
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail260,416 miles (+3,315)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    260,416 miles
    Test number
    680395765584
    • MajorFuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass257,101 miles (+63)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    257,101 miles
    Test number
    886740530461
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail257,038 miles (+2,912)5 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    257,038 miles
    Test number
    124779276797
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced SPRING MOUNTING (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced SPRING MOUNTING (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass254,126 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    254,126 miles
    Test number
    470985471542

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail254,110 miles (+2,298)10 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    254,110 miles
    Test number
    653039706858
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play rear (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear section (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively damaged brake pipe across rear axle (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass251,812 miles (+30)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    251,812 miles
    Test number
    709977790737
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Fail251,782 miles (+4,604)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    251,782 miles
    Test number
    422479413060
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component corroded and seriously weakened chassis rail (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened chassis (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Pass247,178 miles (+6,931)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    247,178 miles
    Test number
    866505041311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass240,247 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    240,247 miles
    Test number
    935419461972
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive power steering fluid (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Fail240,247 miles (+6,154)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    240,247 miles
    Test number
    408122298211
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive power steering fluid (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass234,093 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    234,093 miles
    Test number
    151005425629

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail234,082 miles (+6,727)2 failures1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    234,082 miles
    Test number
    783664901202
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

  15. Pass227,355 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    227,355 miles
    Test number
    674511736978
    • AdvisoryActive cornering fluid light misting

  16. Fail227,351 miles (+8,757)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    227,351 miles
    Test number
    991618872955
    • FailureOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryActive cornering fluid light misting

  17. Pass218,594 miles (+5)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    218,594 miles
    Test number
    819328968352
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear bump stops missing

  18. Fail218,589 miles (+17)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    218,589 miles
    Test number
    353805829584
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear bump stops missing

  19. Fail218,572 miles (+5,173)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    218,572 miles
    Test number
    751513956004
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play rear tre worn (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit @2mm (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass213,399 miles (+4)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    213,399 miles
    Test number
    698120224279
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteRear bump stops missing

  21. Fail213,395 miles (+4,052)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    213,395 miles
    Test number
    165659414289
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

  22. Pass209,343 miles (+10)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    209,343 miles
    Test number
    399895523232
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Fail209,333 miles (+8,309)7 failures6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    209,333 miles
    Test number
    266334823285
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak

  24. Pass201,024 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    201,024 miles
    Test number
    627189622270
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  25. Fail201,024 miles (+11,715)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,024 miles
    Test number
    287819822214
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  26. Pass189,309 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    189,309 miles
    Test number
    377527811476
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteNearside and Offside door steps corroded.

  27. Fail189,309 miles (+11,069)1 dangerous2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,309 miles
    Test number
    469067411280
    • DangerousNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteNearside and Offside door steps corroded.

  28. Pass178,240 miles (+17,475)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    178,240 miles
    Test number
    844065030279
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  29. Pass160,765 miles (+16,034)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    160,765 miles
    Test number
    491449129230
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  30. Pass144,731 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    144,731 miles
    Test number
    723761128298
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  31. Fail144,731 miles (+8,084)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,731 miles
    Test number
    300201628426
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  32. Pass136,647 miles (+20,638)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    136,647 miles
    Test number
    440960027253
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  33. Pass116,009 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    116,009 miles
    Test number
    373433416219
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteSl fuel weep at front

Questions about T428 VHU

Does T428 VHU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T428 VHU expired on 14 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T428 VHU?
The MOT on T428 VHU expired on 14 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T428 VHU done?
T428 VHU was recorded at 260,478 miles at its MOT on 15 Sept 2023, an average of 8,437 miles a year.
Has T428 VHU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T428 VHU has failed 15 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on T428 VHU 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 T428 VHU find?
T428 VHU passed its latest MOT on 15 Sept 2023 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside front track rod end ball joint has slight play, and 1 more.

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