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Land Rover Discovery

Grey · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

T491 SAAMOT history

T491 SAA is a grey diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 7 Feb 2023 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 131,920 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Feb 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 7 Feb 2023
Mileage
131,920 mi
At MOT on 8 Feb 2022
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,199 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T491 SAA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
8 Feb 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T491 SAA was last recorded at 131,920 miles on 8 Feb 2022, 2,096 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Feb 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
129,824 miles · 5 Feb 2021
Between the last two tests
2,096 miles
Average per year
4,199 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 131,920 miles
  • 2021 – 129,824 miles
  • 2019 – 128,331 miles
  • 2018 – 125,997 miles
  • 2017 – 122,767 miles
  • 2016 – 119,048 miles
  • 2015 – 115,449 miles
  • 2014 – 105,080 miles
  • 2013 – 102,126 miles
  • 2012 – 93,143 miles
  • 2011 – 89,930 miles
  • 2010 – 87,147 miles
  • 2009 – 80,369 miles
  • 2008 – 74,753 miles
  • 2007 – 69,238 miles
  • 2006 – 64,558 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass131,920 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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.

  • Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

21 tests since 24 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass131,920 miles (+2,096)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    131,920 miles
    Test number
    551612165714
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass129,824 miles (+1,493)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    129,824 miles
    Test number
    446180772757

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass128,331 miles (+2,334)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    128,331 miles
    Test number
    285957779027
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass125,997 miles (+3,230)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    125,997 miles
    Test number
    192219702777
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced surface (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced surface (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass122,767 miles (+3,719)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    122,767 miles
    Test number
    165275274809
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  6. Pass119,048 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    119,048 miles
    Test number
    362402887125
    • AdvisoryAll brake components slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryAll suspension components slightly corroded
    • AdvisorySteering component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.2.C.1h)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  7. Fail119,048 miles (+3,599)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,048 miles
    Test number
    301416528617
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryAll brake components slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryAll suspension components slightly corroded
    • AdvisorySteering component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.2.C.1h)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  8. Pass115,449 miles (+10,369)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    115,449 miles
    Test number
    371732607608
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded All (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  9. Pass105,080 miles (+2,954)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2015
    Odometer
    105,080 miles
    Test number
    189842214108
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  10. Pass102,126 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2014
    Odometer
    102,126 miles
    Test number
    559069523107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail102,113 miles (+8,970)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,113 miles
    Test number
    618337623182
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureSteering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.2.B.1b)

  12. Pass93,143 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    93,143 miles
    Test number
    968054052034
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteEngine has slight oil leak
    • NoteN/s front drive shaft oil leak

  13. Fail93,143 miles (+3,213)4 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,143 miles
    Test number
    229131442066
    • FailureNearside Rear Fluid suspension pipe leaking (2.4.D.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteEngine has slight oil leak
    • NoteN/s front drive shaft oil leak

  14. Pass89,930 miles (+40)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    89,930 miles
    Test number
    629643921062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail89,890 miles (+2,743)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,890 miles
    Test number
    799244511059
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  16. Fail87,147 miles2 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,147 miles
    Test number
    614319520016
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteSuspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteSlight noise from o/s front wheel bearing

  17. Pass87,147 miles (+6,778)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    87,147 miles
    Test number
    802289220005
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteSuspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteSlight noise from o/s front wheel bearing

  18. Pass80,369 miles (+5,616)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    80,369 miles
    Test number
    783687029091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass74,753 miles (+5,515)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    74,753 miles
    Test number
    183258518434
    • NoteNearside center of chassis adjesent to exhaust cylincer corroded

  20. Pass69,238 miles (+4,680)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    69,238 miles
    Test number
    772646017015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass64,558 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    64,558 miles
    Test number
    732974826022
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Questions about T491 SAA

Does T491 SAA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T491 SAA expired on 7 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T491 SAA?
The MOT on T491 SAA expired on 7 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T491 SAA done?
T491 SAA was recorded at 131,920 miles at its MOT on 8 Feb 2022, an average of 4,199 miles a year.
Has T491 SAA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T491 SAA has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Oct 2016.
Has the mileage on T491 SAA 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 T491 SAA find?
T491 SAA passed its latest MOT on 8 Feb 2022 with 6 advisories: nearside front coil spring corroded; nearside rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule; offside front coil spring corroded, and 3 more.

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