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Land Rover Discovery

Silver · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

T499 LJWMOT history

T499 LJW is a silver diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 27 Jan 2027 and it has passed 21 of 25 MOT tests, with 224,356 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 Jan 2027
Mileage
224,356 mi
At MOT on 29 Dec 2025
MOT tests
25
21 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,636 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T499 LJW
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 27 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T499 LJW was last recorded at 224,356 miles on 29 Dec 2025, 2,303 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
222,053 miles · 28 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
2,303 miles
Average per year
7,636 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 224,356 miles
  • 2024 – 213,846 miles
  • 2023 – 203,966 miles
  • 2022 – 192,161 miles
  • 2020 – 190,297 miles
  • 2019 – 189,692 miles
  • 2018 – 187,282 miles
  • 2017 – 181,158 miles
  • 2016 – 172,139 miles
  • 2015 – 162,301 miles
  • 2014 – 150,651 miles
  • 2013 – 138,772 miles
  • 2012 – 126,289 miles
  • 2011 – 113,155 miles
  • 2010 – 100,404 miles
  • 2009 – 91,080 miles
  • 2008 – 83,962 miles
  • 2006 – 77,551 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass224,356 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

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 a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Steering box has seepage

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

25 tests since 4 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass224,356 miles (+2,303)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    224,356 miles
    Test number
    718536543415
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

  2. Pass222,053 miles (+8,207)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    222,053 miles
    Test number
    494287178402
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch All 4
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion underneath

  3. Pass213,846 miles (+9,880)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    213,846 miles
    Test number
    304778492347
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass203,966 miles (+11,805)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    203,966 miles
    Test number
    792536694283
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass192,161 miles (+1,864)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    192,161 miles
    Test number
    154911111121
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryInspected in wet condition
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder-body corroded (Step area)

  6. Pass190,297 miles (+605)1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    190,297 miles
    Test number
    162910231632
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryChassis rails slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryFront flexi exhaust slight blow

  7. Pass189,692 miles (+2,410)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    189,692 miles
    Test number
    612924637109
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront cross member corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  8. Pass187,282 miles (+6,124)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    187,282 miles
    Test number
    555595022952
    • AdvisoryFront cross member corroded.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  9. Pass181,158 miles (+9,019)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    181,158 miles
    Test number
    962316700721
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  10. Pass172,139 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    172,139 miles
    Test number
    636896118338
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryFront cross tube corroded.

  11. Fail172,136 miles (+9,835)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,136 miles
    Test number
    295579409196
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryFront cross tube corroded.

  12. Pass162,301 miles (+11,650)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    162,301 miles
    Test number
    319161856275
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  13. Pass150,651 miles (+11,879)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    150,651 miles
    Test number
    115601434258
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass138,772 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    138,772 miles
    Test number
    398500243217
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  15. Fail138,772 miles (+12,483)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,772 miles
    Test number
    225149933299
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  16. Pass126,289 miles (+13,134)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    126,289 miles
    Test number
    349145232496
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth rear tyres fethered

  17. Pass113,155 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    113,155 miles
    Test number
    275620731285
    • NoteExhaust catching body at rear

  18. Fail113,155 miles (+12,751)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,155 miles
    Test number
    985367121264
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteExhaust catching body at rear

  19. Pass100,404 miles (+2,605)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    100,404 miles
    Test number
    112233840200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass97,799 miles (+6,719)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    97,799 miles
    Test number
    441106240071
    • NoteOil on min

  21. Pass91,080 miles (+7,118)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    91,080 miles
    Test number
    133460459065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass83,962 miles (+6,411)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    83,962 miles
    Test number
    220665918012
    • NoteNearside and offside rear bump stop rubbers missing

  23. Pass77,551 miles (+5,794)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    77,551 miles
    Test number
    302616946364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass71,757 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    71,757 miles
    Test number
    830366006006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail71,756 miles2 dangerous3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,756 miles
    Test number
    164294606413
    • DangerousBrake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • DangerousOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

Questions about T499 LJW

Does T499 LJW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T499 LJW is valid until 27 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T499 LJW?
The MOT on T499 LJW is valid until 27 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T499 LJW done?
T499 LJW was recorded at 224,356 miles at its MOT on 29 Dec 2025, an average of 7,636 miles a year.
Has T499 LJW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T499 LJW has failed 4 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Aug 2016.
Has the mileage on T499 LJW 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 T499 LJW find?
T499 LJW passed its latest MOT on 29 Dec 2025 with 3 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; rear vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security; wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch.

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