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Land Rover Discovery

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

T508 SAAMOT history

T508 SAA is a blue diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 27 Jan 2027 and it has passed 13 of 21 MOT tests, with 261,969 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 Jan 2027
Mileage
261,969 mi
At MOT on 28 Jan 2026
MOT tests
21
13 passed · 8 failed
Per year
8,414 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T508 SAA
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
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T508 SAA was last recorded at 261,969 miles on 28 Jan 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 28 Jan 2026: 261,969 miles, lower than 281,501 miles on 6 Dec 2021.

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
281,501 miles · 6 Dec 2021
Average per year
8,414 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 261,969 miles
  • 2021 – 281,501 miles
  • 2020 – 170,457 miles
  • 2019 – 159,968 miles
  • 2018 – 144,745 miles
  • 2017 – 128,180 miles
  • 2016 – 120,161 miles
  • 2013 – 118,039 miles
  • 2011 – 116,234 miles
  • 2010 – 112,068 miles
  • 2009 – 109,636 miles
  • 2008 – 108,361 miles
  • 2006 – 100,253 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass261,969 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt front track rod end (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt rear track rod end (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008

  • Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008

Full MOT history

21 tests since 9 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass261,969 miles (-19,532)3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    261,969 miles
    Test number
    905002206143
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt front track rod end (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt rear track rod end (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass281,501 miles (+111,044)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    281,501 miles
    Test number
    308013287897
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass170,457 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    170,457 miles
    Test number
    838164794909
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail170,457 miles (+10,489)8 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,457 miles
    Test number
    344127825228
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp reflector seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass159,968 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    159,968 miles
    Test number
    828393528965

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail159,968 miles (+15,223)7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,968 miles
    Test number
    651324625226
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  7. Pass144,745 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    144,745 miles
    Test number
    459642876034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail144,745 miles (+16,565)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,745 miles
    Test number
    783803402300
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryTC light on dash

  9. Pass128,180 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    128,180 miles
    Test number
    814278221661

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail128,180 miles (+8,019)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,180 miles
    Test number
    360998697861
    • FailureFuel system component leaking fuel filter (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play front joint (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint fell off (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings outer sill/inner wheel arch closing panel (6.1.B.2)

  11. Pass120,161 miles (+2,122)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    120,161 miles
    Test number
    898742320526
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted

  12. Pass118,039 miles (+1,805)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    118,039 miles
    Test number
    319817263486
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteRear suspention stops missing
    • NoteSpare tyre defective

  13. Pass116,234 miles (+202)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    116,234 miles
    Test number
    796127271260
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteN/s and o/s suspention stops missing
    • NoteN/s running board in poor condition

  14. Fail116,032 miles (+3,964)5 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,032 miles
    Test number
    779842751224
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteN/S running board in poor condition
    • NoteRear suspention stops missing

  15. Pass112,068 miles (+2,432)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    112,068 miles
    Test number
    201031150230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass109,636 miles (+1,275)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    109,636 miles
    Test number
    392858139473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass108,361 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    108,361 miles
    Test number
    144264958270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail108,361 miles (+14)7 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,361 miles
    Test number
    561492658297
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • NoteBoot not opening

  19. Fail108,347 miles (+8,094)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,347 miles
    Test number
    642625548088
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Pass100,253 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    100,253 miles
    Test number
    543063916359

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail100,253 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,253 miles
    Test number
    843683616357
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Questions about T508 SAA

Does T508 SAA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T508 SAA is valid until 27 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T508 SAA?
The MOT on T508 SAA 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 T508 SAA done?
T508 SAA was recorded at 261,969 miles at its MOT on 28 Jan 2026, an average of 8,414 miles a year.
Has T508 SAA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T508 SAA has failed 8 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Nov 2020.
Has the mileage on T508 SAA ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 28 Jan 2026. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T508 SAA find?
T508 SAA passed its latest MOT on 28 Jan 2026 with 3 minor defects and 1 advisory: nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt front track rod end; nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt rear track rod end; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view, and 1 more.

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