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Land Rover Discovery

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

T523 XDEMOT history

T523 XDE is a blue diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 2 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 23 Dec 2022 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 214,365 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Dec 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 23 Dec 2022
Mileage
214,365 mi
At MOT on 15 Dec 2021
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,711 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T523 XDE
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
2 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
15 Dec 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

T523 XDE was last recorded at 214,365 miles on 15 Dec 2021, 9,259 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Dec 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
205,106 miles · 24 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
9,259 miles
Average per year
8,711 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 214,365 miles
  • 2020 – 205,106 miles
  • 2019 – 197,959 miles
  • 2018 – 192,987 miles
  • 2017 – 191,215 miles
  • 2016 – 189,958 miles
  • 2015 – 184,630 miles
  • 2014 – 168,559 miles
  • 2013 – 153,406 miles
  • 2012 – 138,457 miles
  • 2011 – 121,192 miles
  • 2010 – 114,665 miles
  • 2009 – 104,530 miles
  • 2008 – 97,252 miles
  • 2007 – 87,489 miles
  • 2006 – 78,975 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass214,365 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Oil leak engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

20 tests since 31 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass214,365 miles (+9,259)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    214,365 miles
    Test number
    352436086131
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass205,106 miles (+7,147)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    205,106 miles
    Test number
    265956494130
    • AdvisoryRadiator cross member corroded
    • AdvisoryUnder body coated in sealant

  3. Pass197,959 miles (+28)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    197,959 miles
    Test number
    547590165466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail197,931 miles (+4,944)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,931 miles
    Test number
    991942273356
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass192,987 miles (+91)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    192,987 miles
    Test number
    232740589736
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine

  6. Fail192,896 miles (+1,681)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,896 miles
    Test number
    356649134795
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine

  7. Pass191,215 miles (+1,257)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    191,215 miles
    Test number
    856523383100
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  8. Pass189,958 miles (+13)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    189,958 miles
    Test number
    567973836109
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  9. Fail189,945 miles (+5,315)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,945 miles
    Test number
    224402331805
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  10. Pass184,630 miles (+16,071)5 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    184,630 miles
    Test number
    117322915243
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • 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)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteN/S/R light lens damaged
    • NoteN/S/R tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteO/S/R tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight corrosion to rear chassis

  11. Pass168,559 miles (+15,153)7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    168,559 miles
    Test number
    217923514215
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteCentre stop light not working

  12. Pass153,406 miles (+14,949)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    153,406 miles
    Test number
    359763813450
    • AdvisoryCentre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak

  13. Pass138,457 miles (+17,265)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    138,457 miles
    Test number
    465977402280
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteOil leak

  14. Pass121,192 miles (+6,527)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    121,192 miles
    Test number
    568212921288
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOffside running board frame corroded

  15. Pass114,665 miles (+10,135)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    114,665 miles
    Test number
    572903270180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass104,530 miles (+7,278)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2010
    Odometer
    104,530 miles
    Test number
    173146849142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass97,252 miles (+9,763)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2009
    Odometer
    97,252 miles
    Test number
    240972358158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass87,489 miles (+8,514)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2008
    Odometer
    87,489 miles
    Test number
    393359647117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass78,975 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2007
    Odometer
    78,975 miles
    Test number
    180892756190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail78,970 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,970 miles
    Test number
    381961356123
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Questions about T523 XDE

Does T523 XDE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T523 XDE expired on 23 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T523 XDE?
The MOT on T523 XDE expired on 23 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T523 XDE done?
T523 XDE was recorded at 214,365 miles at its MOT on 15 Dec 2021, an average of 8,711 miles a year.
Has T523 XDE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T523 XDE has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 23 May 2019.
Has the mileage on T523 XDE 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 T523 XDE find?
T523 XDE passed its latest MOT on 15 Dec 2021 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; oil leak, but not excessive.

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