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Land Rover Discovery

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

T453 LBJMOT history

T453 LBJ is a blue diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 11 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 21 Sept 2026 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 188,710 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 21 Sept 2026
Mileage
188,710 mi
At MOT on 22 Sept 2025
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,397 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T453 LBJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
11 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
22 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T453 LBJ was last recorded at 188,710 miles on 22 Sept 2025, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
188,704 miles · 16 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
5,397 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 188,710 miles
  • 2022 – 185,218 miles
  • 2021 – 181,572 miles
  • 2020 – 179,151 miles
  • 2018 – 171,516 miles
  • 2017 – 166,696 miles
  • 2016 – 162,329 miles
  • 2015 – 156,617 miles
  • 2014 – 152,211 miles
  • 2013 – 141,864 miles
  • 2012 – 132,786 miles
  • 2011 – 125,515 miles
  • 2010 – 113,869 miles
  • 2009 – 103,771 miles
  • 2008 – 101,975 miles
  • 2007 – 95,088 miles
  • 2006 – 83,221 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass188,710 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also cracking (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also cracking (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2009

Full MOT history

26 tests since 7 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass188,710 miles (+6)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    188,710 miles
    Test number
    379008262913
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also cracking (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail188,704 miles (+20)4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,704 miles
    Test number
    247734665567
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSteering wheel has movement relative to the column indicating looseness (2.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also cracking (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail188,684 miles (+3,466)1 dangerous13 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,684 miles
    Test number
    978989868211
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorFuel system component leaking fuel filter (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • 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))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.96mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

  4. Pass185,218 miles (+3,646)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    185,218 miles
    Test number
    179458695572
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass181,572 miles (+2,421)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    181,572 miles
    Test number
    467830115337
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass179,151 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    179,151 miles
    Test number
    503764379570
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

  7. Fail179,151 miles (+7,635)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,151 miles
    Test number
    236256996305
    • Repaired at testBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

  8. Pass171,516 miles (+4,820)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    171,516 miles
    Test number
    858740891778
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass166,696 miles (+4,367)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    166,696 miles
    Test number
    654370726273
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  10. Pass162,329 miles (+5,712)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    162,329 miles
    Test number
    254014036588
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  11. Pass156,617 miles (+4,406)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    156,617 miles
    Test number
    990352081256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail152,211 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,211 miles
    Test number
    237546204247
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  13. Pass152,211 miles (+10,347)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    152,211 miles
    Test number
    797276304261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail141,864 miles1 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,864 miles
    Test number
    475721143167
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • 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)
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Pass141,864 miles (+9,078)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2014
    Odometer
    141,864 miles
    Test number
    756471343187
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • 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)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass132,786 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    132,786 miles
    Test number
    277024572097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail132,786 miles (+7,271)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,786 miles
    Test number
    708202372052
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass125,515 miles (+11,646)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    125,515 miles
    Test number
    556484471015
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass113,869 miles (+10,098)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    113,869 miles
    Test number
    311859640038
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass103,771 miles (+1,796)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    103,771 miles
    Test number
    713607579041
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass101,975 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    101,975 miles
    Test number
    623276838348
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Fail101,975 miles (+6,887)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,975 miles
    Test number
    982536438318
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass95,088 miles (+2,038)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2008
    Odometer
    95,088 miles
    Test number
    332191047132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass93,050 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    93,050 miles
    Test number
    652060867008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail93,050 miles (+9,829)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,050 miles
    Test number
    401284757015
    • FailureNearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

  26. Pass83,221 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    83,221 miles
    Test number
    443386066095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T453 LBJ

Does T453 LBJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T453 LBJ expired on 21 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T453 LBJ?
The MOT on T453 LBJ expired on 21 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T453 LBJ done?
T453 LBJ was recorded at 188,710 miles at its MOT on 22 Sept 2025, an average of 5,397 miles a year.
Has T453 LBJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T453 LBJ has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on T453 LBJ 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 T453 LBJ find?
T453 LBJ passed its latest MOT on 22 Sept 2025 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also cracking, and 2 more.

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