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Land Rover Discovery

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

T448 BFXMOT history

T448 BFX is a green diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 14 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 4 Oct 2022 and it has passed 16 of 31 MOT tests, with 176,054 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Sept 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Oct 2022
Mileage
176,054 mi
At MOT on 30 Sept 2022
MOT tests
31
16 passed · 15 failed
Per year
6,535 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T448 BFX
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
14 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Oct 2022
Latest MOT test
30 Sept 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

T448 BFX was last recorded at 176,054 miles on 30 Sept 2022, 3,920 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
172,134 miles · 5 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
3,920 miles
Average per year
6,535 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 176,054 miles
  • 2021 – 172,134 miles
  • 2020 – 166,405 miles
  • 2019 – 159,473 miles
  • 2018 – 153,471 miles
  • 2017 – 150,154 miles
  • 2016 – 140,131 miles
  • 2015 – 132,825 miles
  • 2014 – 124,218 miles
  • 2013 – 117,273 miles
  • 2012 – 111,802 miles
  • 2011 – 105,314 miles
  • 2010 – 98,929 miles
  • 2009 – 89,705 miles
  • 2008 – 78,583 miles
  • 2007 – 77,554 miles
  • 2006 – 69,156 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail176,054 miles
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
  • MajorOffside Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • MinorNearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
  • AdvisoryDamage to front of vehicle
  • AdvisoryN/s/r shock absorber top mounting corroded
  • AdvisoryO/s step damaged

What MOT failures 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.

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2018

  • Fuel system damp and pipes starting to corrode

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Rear chassis starting to corrode

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

31 tests since 22 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail176,054 miles (+3,920)6 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,054 miles
    Test number
    580469248620
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryDamage to front of vehicle
    • AdvisoryN/s/r shock absorber top mounting corroded
    • AdvisoryO/s step damaged

  2. Pass172,134 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    172,134 miles
    Test number
    160830358244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail172,117 miles (+5,712)6 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,117 miles
    Test number
    171546313980
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorFuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play foremost (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tail light dull in operation

  4. Pass166,405 miles (+6,932)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    166,405 miles
    Test number
    217205457544
    • AdvisoryN/s/r brake pads appear very low advise inspection
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre on wear bars
    • AdvisorySlight movement in o/s track rod end
    • AdvisorySlight roughness in n/s/f wheel bearing

  5. Pass159,473 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    159,473 miles
    Test number
    395380274441
    • AdvisoryBoth n/s/f & n/s/r indicator lens cracked
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre getting low

  6. Fail159,464 miles (+5,993)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,464 miles
    Test number
    706180086592
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth n/s/f & n/s/r indicator lens cracked
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre getting low

  7. Pass153,471 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2019
    Odometer
    153,471 miles
    Test number
    244286145620

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail153,471 miles (+3,317)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,471 miles
    Test number
    508369959332
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  9. Pass150,154 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2018
    Odometer
    150,154 miles
    Test number
    311811652817
    • AdvisoryRadiator support corroding

  10. Fail150,151 miles (+10,020)8 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,151 miles
    Test number
    289360824187
    • FailureBrake performance not tested due to power steering leak/ chassis corrosion (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureCentral Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective wont extend (5.2.5b)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • FailurePower steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)
    • FailureRear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureRear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting n/s + o/s (6.6.6)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working x2 (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryRadiator support corroded
    • AdvisoryRear chassis rails have heavy corrosion

  11. Pass140,131 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    140,131 miles
    Test number
    321529609197
    • AdvisoryFuel system damp and pipes starting to corrode
    • AdvisoryRear chassis starting to corrode

  12. Fail140,129 miles (+7,304)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,129 miles
    Test number
    681807959726
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low
    • AdvisoryFuel system damp and pipes starting to corrode
    • AdvisoryRear chassis starting to corrode

  13. Pass132,825 miles (+94)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    132,825 miles
    Test number
    989483105142
    • NoteCoolent level low
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSigns of coolent leak
    • NoteSlight corrosion to front and rear coil springs

  14. Fail132,731 miles (+8,513)2 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,731 miles
    Test number
    249260105449
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • NoteCoolent level low
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSigns of coolent leak
    • NoteSlight corrosion to front and rear coil springs

  15. Pass124,218 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    124,218 miles
    Test number
    905150784065
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth rear indicator lens have very small cracks but do not show white light

  16. Fail124,218 miles (+6,945)2 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,218 miles
    Test number
    986423374006
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth rear indicator lens have very small cracks but do not show white light
    • NoteNearside rear door does not unlock with central locking

  17. Pass117,273 miles (+110)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    117,273 miles
    Test number
    155925673023
    • NoteChip in windscreen
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Fail117,163 miles (+5,361)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,163 miles
    Test number
    738228963066
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • NoteChip in windscreen
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass111,802 miles (+8)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    111,802 miles
    Test number
    205862182037
    • NoteChip in windscreen

  20. Fail111,794 miles (+6,480)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,794 miles
    Test number
    968740382094
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFront Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteChip in windscreen

  21. Pass105,314 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    105,314 miles
    Test number
    138181981088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail105,314 miles (+6,385)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,314 miles
    Test number
    876890481096
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  23. Pass98,929 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    98,929 miles
    Test number
    211535580077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail98,929 miles (+9,224)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,929 miles
    Test number
    150925980003
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  25. Fail89,705 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,705 miles
    Test number
    320149089037
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass89,705 miles (+11,122)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    89,705 miles
    Test number
    491809089033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass78,583 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    78,583 miles
    Test number
    312235308184
    • NoteFront registration plate is cracked but secure

  28. Fail78,583 miles (+1,029)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,583 miles
    Test number
    581325308179
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront registration plate is cracked but secure

  29. Pass77,554 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    77,554 miles
    Test number
    162051097272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail77,554 miles (+8,398)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,554 miles
    Test number
    282111597233
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  31. Pass69,156 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    69,156 miles
    Test number
    750492746121
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFront wipers starting to split

Questions about T448 BFX

Does T448 BFX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T448 BFX expired on 4 Oct 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T448 BFX?
The MOT on T448 BFX expired on 4 Oct 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T448 BFX done?
T448 BFX was recorded at 176,054 miles at its MOT on 30 Sept 2022, an average of 6,535 miles a year.
Has T448 BFX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T448 BFX has failed 15 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on T448 BFX 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 T448 BFX find?
T448 BFX failed its latest MOT on 30 Sept 2022 with 6 major defects, 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault; electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault; offside front bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted, and 7 more.

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