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Land Rover Discovery

Silver · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

T451 BDVMOT history

T451 BDV is a silver diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 25 Aug 2027 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 169,958 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 25 Aug 2027
Mileage
169,958 mi
At MOT on 26 Aug 2026
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,315 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T451 BDV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T451 BDV was last recorded at 169,958 miles on 26 Aug 2026, 9,718 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Aug 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 13 Nov 2023: 146,546 miles, lower than 146,564 miles on 9 Nov 2023.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
160,240 miles · 22 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
9,718 miles
Average per year
6,315 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 169,958 miles
  • 2025 – 160,240 miles
  • 2024 – 150,367 miles
  • 2023 – 146,546 miles
  • 2022 – 143,291 miles
  • 2021 – 138,622 miles
  • 2020 – 128,644 miles
  • 2019 – 125,405 miles
  • 2018 – 122,722 miles
  • 2017 – 113,699 miles
  • 2015 – 110,892 miles
  • 2014 – 107,894 miles
  • 2013 – 101,279 miles
  • 2012 – 95,151 miles
  • 2011 – 90,430 miles
  • 2010 – 82,121 miles
  • 2009 – 71,953 miles
  • 2007 – 53,185 miles
  • 2006 – 43,712 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass169,958 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner wheel housing (7.1.1 (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.

  • Chassis and floor corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2019

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Exhaust corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2019

  • Central Rear Front fuel tank mounting and tank strap very corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Spring mounting

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Spring mounting

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass169,958 miles (+9,718)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    169,958 miles
    Test number
    569339536458
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner wheel housing (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass160,240 miles (+33)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    160,240 miles
    Test number
    945985992309
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Front fuel tank mounting and tank strap very corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Spring mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Spring mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Fail160,207 miles (+9,840)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,207 miles
    Test number
    350740542877
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting Rear chassis corroded through (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Front fuel tank mounting and tank strap very corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Spring mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Spring mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass150,367 miles (+3,821)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    150,367 miles
    Test number
    978786182451
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 29% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass146,546 miles (-18)14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    146,546 miles
    Test number
    126446601578
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear light unit damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to brake pedal area
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to os and ns floor areas
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corrode and weak
    • AdvisoryRear number plate lights dim
    • AdvisoryVarious underbody corrosion

  6. Fail146,564 miles (+3,273)2 major14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,564 miles
    Test number
    375181338991
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear light unit damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to brake pedal area
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to os and ns floor areas
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corrode and weak
    • AdvisoryRear number plate lights dim
    • AdvisoryVarious underbody corrosion

  7. Pass143,291 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    143,291 miles
    Test number
    250392728938
    • AdvisoryBrake prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive pedal area (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower light lamp damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive corrosion on wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosion
    • AdvisoryNumber plate lights dim
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust weak and corroded

  8. Fail143,291 miles (+4,669)5 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,291 miles
    Test number
    959655230967
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive pedal area (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower light lamp damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive corrosion on wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosion
    • AdvisoryNumber plate lights dim
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust weak and corroded

  9. Pass138,622 miles (+9,978)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    138,622 miles
    Test number
    529924088407
    • AdvisoryBrake prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive padal area (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear light unit cracked
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious chassis and underfloor corrosion

  10. Pass128,644 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    128,644 miles
    Test number
    688011576596
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryChassis floor corroded

  11. Fail128,644 miles (+3,239)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,644 miles
    Test number
    554461607444
    • DangerousOffside Front Driver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryChassis floor corroded

  12. Pass125,405 miles (+2,683)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    125,405 miles
    Test number
    849202456585
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChassis and floor corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  13. Pass122,722 miles (+9,023)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    122,722 miles
    Test number
    155007197096
    • AdvisoryChassis and floor corroded

  14. Pass113,699 miles (+7)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    113,699 miles
    Test number
    866157021657
    • AdvisoryChassis and floor corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  15. Fail113,692 miles (+2,800)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,692 miles
    Test number
    352955554533
    • FailureBody has a sharp edge caused by damage front bumper (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureFront suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both front lower (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryChassis and floor corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  16. Pass110,892 miles (+2,998)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    110,892 miles
    Test number
    284117151682
    • AdvisoryAll front ball joint dust covers in very poor condition
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on edges
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres just legal
    • AdvisoryExhaust rusty and weak
    • AdvisoryFront bumper in very poor condition
    • AdvisoryStarting to rust underneath

  17. Pass107,894 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    107,894 miles
    Test number
    318533434424
    • NoteFront bumper,in poor condition
    • NoteFront lower ball joint dust covers in poor condition
    • NoteRear tyre treads low on inner edges

  18. Fail107,893 miles (+6,614)2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,893 miles
    Test number
    807753534257
    • FailureFront Fluid suspension leaking (2.4.D.2)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFront bumper,in poor condition
    • NoteFront lower ball joint dust covers in poor condition
    • NoteRear tyre treads low on inner edges

  19. Pass101,279 miles (+6,128)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    101,279 miles
    Test number
    758322833261
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass95,151 miles (+4,721)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    95,151 miles
    Test number
    777218002266
    • NoteCentre exhaust corroded

  21. Pass90,430 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    90,430 miles
    Test number
    428111401264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail90,427 miles (+8,306)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,427 miles
    Test number
    688250101292
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  23. Pass82,121 miles (+10,168)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    82,121 miles
    Test number
    152333600216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass71,953 miles (+18,768)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    71,953 miles
    Test number
    354922019443

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass53,185 miles (+9,473)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    53,185 miles
    Test number
    411074317228
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  26. Pass43,712 miles (+1,187)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    43,712 miles
    Test number
    444653826222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass42,525 miles1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    42,525 miles
    Test number
    694253576162
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteCoolant leaking
    • NoteEngine covers fitted
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUneven wear o/s/r tyre inside edge

Questions about T451 BDV

Does T451 BDV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T451 BDV is valid until 25 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T451 BDV?
The MOT on T451 BDV is valid until 25 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T451 BDV done?
T451 BDV was recorded at 169,958 miles at its MOT on 26 Aug 2026, an average of 6,315 miles a year.
Has T451 BDV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T451 BDV has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on T451 BDV ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 13 Nov 2023. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T451 BDV find?
T451 BDV passed its latest MOT on 26 Aug 2026 with 3 advisories: central front oil leak, but not excessive; central oil leak, but not excessive; offside rear seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel housing.

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