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Land Rover Discovery

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

T496 TREMOT history

T496 TRE is a green diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 28 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 13 Sept 2027 and it has passed 17 of 32 MOT tests, with 112,273 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 Sept 2027
Mileage
112,273 mi
At MOT on 14 Sept 2026
MOT tests
32
17 passed · 15 failed
Per year
3,369 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T496 TRE
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
28 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T496 TRE was last recorded at 112,273 miles on 14 Sept 2026, 2,877 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,396 miles · 4 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
2,877 miles
Average per year
3,369 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 112,273 miles
  • 2025 – 109,396 miles
  • 2024 – 100,308 miles
  • 2018 – 96,081 miles
  • 2017 – 92,777 miles
  • 2016 – 90,487 miles
  • 2015 – 88,001 miles
  • 2014 – 85,163 miles
  • 2013 – 82,629 miles
  • 2012 – 79,903 miles
  • 2011 – 76,026 miles
  • 2010 – 71,496 miles
  • 2009 – 64,352 miles
  • 2007 – 53,936 miles
  • 2006 – 48,387 miles
  • 2005 – 42,378 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass112,273 miles
  • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (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.

  • Steering box has seepage

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

32 tests since 16 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass112,273 miles (+2,877)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    112,273 miles
    Test number
    319606226865
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass109,396 miles (+9,088)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    109,396 miles
    Test number
    196030986349
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  3. Pass100,308 miles (+14)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    100,308 miles
    Test number
    921170589068
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  4. Fail100,294 miles (+4,213)6 major1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,294 miles
    Test number
    651009432097
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))
    • MajorCentral Rear Axle has excessive vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam top ball joint (5.1.2 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low done ajusted (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  5. Pass96,081 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    96,081 miles
    Test number
    909967777276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail96,081 miles (+3,304)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,081 miles
    Test number
    460443384484
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

  7. Pass92,777 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    92,777 miles
    Test number
    832102608437

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail92,777 miles (+2,290)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,777 miles
    Test number
    969741110569
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  9. Pass90,487 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    90,487 miles
    Test number
    711485645427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail90,487 miles (+2,486)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,487 miles
    Test number
    812146836344
    • Repaired at testOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases tail pipe (7.1.2)

  11. Pass88,001 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    88,001 miles
    Test number
    527797106914

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail88,001 miles (+2,838)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,001 miles
    Test number
    111416382559
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

  13. Fail85,163 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,163 miles
    Test number
    198025634309
    • Repaired at testOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

  14. Pass85,163 miles (+2,534)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    85,163 miles
    Test number
    547775234323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass82,629 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    82,629 miles
    Test number
    575833233319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail82,629 miles (+2,726)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,629 miles
    Test number
    129933433311
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureRear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  17. Fail79,903 miles4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,903 miles
    Test number
    476172932339
    • Repaired at testAnti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Panhard rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass79,903 miles (+3,877)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    79,903 miles
    Test number
    946842232336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass76,026 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    76,026 miles
    Test number
    748134131378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail76,026 miles (+4,530)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,026 miles
    Test number
    829204031355
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

  21. Fail71,496 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,496 miles
    Test number
    883648520394
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • Repaired at testRear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  22. Pass71,496 miles (+7,144)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    71,496 miles
    Test number
    980098220303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail64,352 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,352 miles
    Test number
    301660439370
    • Repaired at testRear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  24. Pass64,352 miles (+4,471)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    64,352 miles
    Test number
    404370239433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass59,881 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    59,881 miles
    Test number
    474954049077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail59,881 miles (+5,945)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,881 miles
    Test number
    811384149052
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  27. Pass53,936 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    53,936 miles
    Test number
    421244357396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail53,936 miles (+5,549)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,936 miles
    Test number
    870404157309
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  29. Fail48,387 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,387 miles
    Test number
    344449846343
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.4.A.2b)

  30. Pass48,387 miles (+6,009)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    48,387 miles
    Test number
    962179446381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass42,378 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    42,378 miles
    Test number
    293390355362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail42,378 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,378 miles
    Test number
    424500855342
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Questions about T496 TRE

Does T496 TRE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T496 TRE is valid until 13 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T496 TRE?
The MOT on T496 TRE is valid until 13 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T496 TRE done?
T496 TRE was recorded at 112,273 miles at its MOT on 14 Sept 2026, an average of 3,369 miles a year.
Has T496 TRE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T496 TRE has failed 15 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on T496 TRE 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 T496 TRE find?
T496 TRE passed its latest MOT on 14 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: steering box leaking oil; oil leak, but not excessive engine; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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