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Land Rover Discovery

Black · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

T488 JHDMOT history

T488 JHD is a black diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 6 Sept 2026 and it has passed 21 of 25 MOT tests, with 157,916 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 6 Sept 2026
Mileage
157,916 mi
At MOT on 3 Sept 2025
MOT tests
25
21 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,484 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T488 JHD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
3 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T488 JHD was last recorded at 157,916 miles on 3 Sept 2025, 2,602 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Aug 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 22 Aug 2019: 135,852 miles, lower than 137,702 miles on 3 Sept 2018.

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
155,314 miles · 21 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
2,602 miles
Average per year
4,484 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 157,916 miles
  • 2024 – 155,314 miles
  • 2023 – 151,084 miles
  • 2022 – 147,684 miles
  • 2021 – 142,842 miles
  • 2020 – 138,588 miles
  • 2019 – 135,852 miles
  • 2018 – 137,702 miles
  • 2017 – 126,674 miles
  • 2016 – 123,382 miles
  • 2015 – 118,132 miles
  • 2014 – 114,996 miles
  • 2013 – 108,688 miles
  • 2012 – 100,644 miles
  • 2011 – 92,732 miles
  • 2010 – 85,219 miles
  • 2009 – 82,584 miles
  • 2008 – 80,352 miles
  • 2007 – 76,487 miles
  • 2006 – 70,622 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass157,916 miles
  • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective Doesn't touch windscreen during whole sweep (3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorObligatory mirror slightly damaged Both Wingmirrors cracked (3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Both front lower ball joints have movement and dust covers split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner arch corroded - not considered load bearing on prescribed area
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both rears (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisorySills corroded not considered load bearing on prescribed area

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.

  • Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2011

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

25 tests since 16 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass157,916 miles (+2,602)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    157,916 miles
    Test number
    691896112571
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective Doesn't touch windscreen during whole sweep (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorObligatory mirror slightly damaged Both Wingmirrors cracked (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Both front lower ball joints have movement and dust covers split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner arch corroded - not considered load bearing on prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both rears (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisorySills corroded not considered load bearing on prescribed area

  2. Pass155,314 miles (+4,230)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    155,314 miles
    Test number
    132195350638
    • MinorObligatory mirror slightly damaged both wing mirrors damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage modified but not seriously weakened rubbing against inner wheel arch (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rears (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth sills excessively corroded but not within prescribed areas

  3. Pass151,084 miles (+3,400)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    151,084 miles
    Test number
    837636832071
    • MinorObligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rears (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sills - not within prescribed areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass147,684 miles (+4,842)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    147,684 miles
    Test number
    692246848168
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle corroded but not excessively

  5. Pass142,842 miles (+4,254)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    142,842 miles
    Test number
    805739438942
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass138,588 miles (+2,736)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    138,588 miles
    Test number
    596674977767

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass135,852 miles (-1,850)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    135,852 miles
    Test number
    147665530575

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass137,702 miles (+11,028)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    137,702 miles
    Test number
    776744212017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass126,674 miles (+3,292)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    126,674 miles
    Test number
    411090882047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass123,382 miles (+5,250)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    123,382 miles
    Test number
    350339877799
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

  11. Pass118,132 miles (+3,136)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    118,132 miles
    Test number
    772198442754

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass114,996 miles (+6,308)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    114,996 miles
    Test number
    405809964236
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  13. Pass108,688 miles (+8,044)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    108,688 miles
    Test number
    495668063258
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  14. Pass100,644 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    100,644 miles
    Test number
    959501162288
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  15. Fail100,644 miles (+7,912)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,644 miles
    Test number
    996391862218
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  16. Pass92,732 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    92,732 miles
    Test number
    586523581229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail92,731 miles (+2,746)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,731 miles
    Test number
    218377471266
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  18. Pass89,985 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    89,985 miles
    Test number
    209131861050
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  19. Fail89,976 miles (+4,757)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,976 miles
    Test number
    349270961009
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  20. Pass85,219 miles (+93)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    85,219 miles
    Test number
    143826970075
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Fail85,126 miles (+2,542)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,126 miles
    Test number
    552298960044
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Pass82,584 miles (+2,232)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    82,584 miles
    Test number
    730304669002
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Pass80,352 miles (+3,865)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    80,352 miles
    Test number
    841130078059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass76,487 miles (+5,865)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    76,487 miles
    Test number
    513121677089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass70,622 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    70,622 miles
    Test number
    291955276019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T488 JHD

Does T488 JHD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T488 JHD expired on 6 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T488 JHD?
The MOT on T488 JHD expired on 6 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T488 JHD done?
T488 JHD was recorded at 157,916 miles at its MOT on 3 Sept 2025, an average of 4,484 miles a year.
Has T488 JHD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T488 JHD has failed 4 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Sept 2012.
Has the mileage on T488 JHD ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 22 Aug 2019. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T488 JHD find?
T488 JHD passed its latest MOT on 3 Sept 2025 with 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: nearside windscreen wiper blade defective doesn't touch windscreen during whole sweep; obligatory mirror slightly damaged both wingmirrors cracked; front suspension arm ball joint has slight play both front lower ball joints have movement and dust covers split, and 5 more.

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