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Land Rover Discovery

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 3,947 cc

T525 MOAMOT history

T525 MOA is a green petrol Land Rover Discovery first used on 13 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 5 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 33 MOT tests, with 139,898 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Oct 2027
Mileage
139,898 mi
At MOT on 6 Oct 2026
MOT tests
33
21 passed · 12 failed
Per year
3,340 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T525 MOA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,947 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
13 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T525 MOA was last recorded at 139,898 miles on 6 Oct 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Sept 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 3 Mar 2015: 106,984 miles, lower than 109,832 miles on 21 Feb 2015.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
139,896 miles · 21 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
3,340 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 139,898 miles
  • 2025 – 135,528 miles
  • 2024 – 131,102 miles
  • 2023 – 130,471 miles
  • 2022 – 125,960 miles
  • 2021 – 123,396 miles
  • 2020 – 121,609 miles
  • 2019 – 119,958 miles
  • 2018 – 117,900 miles
  • 2017 – 116,699 miles
  • 2016 – 114,330 miles
  • 2015 – 109,864 miles
  • 2013 – 104,266 miles
  • 2012 – 101,755 miles
  • 2011 – 100,245 miles
  • 2010 – 96,301 miles
  • 2009 – 89,658 miles
  • 2008 – 85,889 miles
  • 2007 – 80,311 miles
  • 2006 – 72,893 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass139,898 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body mounting fixing insecure, but overall security not significantly reduced corroded (6.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryEmission test result pass

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2022

  • Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2008–2017

  • Slight oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2023

Full MOT history

33 tests since 13 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass139,898 miles (+2)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    139,898 miles
    Test number
    522126787941
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body mounting fixing insecure, but overall security not significantly reduced corroded (6.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryEmission test result pass

  2. Fail139,896 miles (+4,368)1 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,896 miles
    Test number
    440096886977
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front exhaust system has bolt missing (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front chassis corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear chassis corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front chassis corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body mounting fixing insecure, but overall security not significantly reduced corroded (6.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear chassis corroded

  3. Pass135,528 miles (+4,426)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    135,528 miles
    Test number
    526303501357
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass131,102 miles (+631)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    131,102 miles
    Test number
    769062279208
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion rear wheel arches

  5. Pass130,471 miles (+4,511)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    130,471 miles
    Test number
    241070058241
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak

  6. Pass125,960 miles (+2,564)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    125,960 miles
    Test number
    136610441691
    • AdvisoryCondensation in o/s/f headlight
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRust and corrosion in various places
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering box

  7. Pass123,396 miles (+1,787)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    123,396 miles
    Test number
    264899140962
    • AdvisoryFuel tank slightly loose Bracket is rusted (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both (5.3.2 (c))

  8. Pass121,609 miles (+1,651)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    121,609 miles
    Test number
    102686481435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass119,958 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    119,958 miles
    Test number
    510126429088
    • AdvisoryAll body mountings rusty
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail119,948 miles (+2,048)13 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,948 miles
    Test number
    842589499967
    • MajorCentral Front Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn all front tie bars (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorCentral Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Oil leaking excessively from transmission hub seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases mainfold (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll body mountings rusty

  11. Pass117,900 miles (+6)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    117,900 miles
    Test number
    875526286573
    • AdvisoryAll rear suspension bushes deteriorating
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake pipes to calipers corroding
    • AdvisoryBoth front inner wheel arches corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth front to rear inner sills corroding
    • AdvisoryBoth side steps corroded
    • AdvisoryFront coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside of vehicle corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside rear anti-roll bar drop link upper gaiter deteriorating
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisorySlight play in both front swivel joints
    • AdvisorySlight play in both rear wheel bearings
    • AdvisoryVarious oil leaks

  12. Fail117,894 miles (+1,195)4 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,894 miles
    Test number
    125642242682
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Rear track rod end (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Rear track rod end (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt A frame (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAll rear suspension bushes deteriorating
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake pipes to calipers corroding
    • AdvisoryBoth front inner wheel arches corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth front to rear inner sills corroding
    • AdvisoryBoth side steps corroded
    • AdvisoryFront coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside of vehicle corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside rear anti-roll bar drop link upper gaiter deteriorating
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisorySlight play in both front swivel joints
    • AdvisorySlight play in both rear wheel bearings
    • AdvisoryVarious oil leaks

  13. Pass116,699 miles (+55)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    116,699 miles
    Test number
    783563219646
    • AdvisoryFront Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded on calliper (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded calliper (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to offside inner sill - outside prescribed area

  14. Fail116,644 miles (+2,314)3 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,644 miles
    Test number
    141179947003
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner door shut / wheel arch (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryFront Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded on calliper (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded calliper (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to offside inner sill - outside prescribed area
    • AdvisoryExhaust system poor condition - multiple small blows
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre heavily cracked and perished - slightly out of shape

  15. Pass114,330 miles (+34)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    114,330 miles
    Test number
    384655086351
    • AdvisoryNearside rear shock absorber upper bush has slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre has a nail in it
    • AdvisorySlight exhaust leak
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak

  16. Fail114,296 miles (+468)11 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,296 miles
    Test number
    539325484173
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded offside front inner wing (3.6.C.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureSeat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded nearside rear inner wheel arch (5.2.6)
    • FailureSeat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded nearside sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureSeat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded offside rear inner wheel arch (5.2.6)
    • FailureSeat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded offside sill (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear exhaust (7.1.2)
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nearside and offside chassis (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisorySuspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nearside and offside chassis (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  17. Pass113,828 miles (+115)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    113,828 miles
    Test number
    475139956324
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  18. Fail113,713 miles (+3,849)2 failures2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,713 miles
    Test number
    631183514015
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  19. Pass109,864 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    109,864 miles
    Test number
    987130175061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail109,862 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,862 miles
    Test number
    198312765424
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

  21. Fail106,984 miles (-2,848)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,984 miles
    Test number
    286892765030
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

  22. Fail109,832 miles (+5,566)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,832 miles
    Test number
    478812055040
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  23. Pass104,266 miles (+2,511)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    104,266 miles
    Test number
    338557203248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass101,755 miles (+35)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    101,755 miles
    Test number
    755382622213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail101,720 miles (+1,475)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,720 miles
    Test number
    388579412483
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  26. Pass100,245 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    100,245 miles
    Test number
    656259021228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail100,240 miles (+3,939)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,240 miles
    Test number
    747399321265
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  28. Pass96,301 miles (+6,643)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    96,301 miles
    Test number
    733960060288
    • NoteOil leak

  29. Pass89,658 miles (+3,769)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    89,658 miles
    Test number
    681426069208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass85,889 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    85,889 miles
    Test number
    504658668219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail85,882 miles (+5,571)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,882 miles
    Test number
    924006668201
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  32. Pass80,311 miles (+7,418)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    80,311 miles
    Test number
    482267547230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass72,893 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    72,893 miles
    Test number
    353906056481
    • NoteCentre baffles rattle

Questions about T525 MOA

Does T525 MOA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T525 MOA is valid until 5 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on T525 MOA?
The MOT on T525 MOA is valid until 5 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T525 MOA done?
T525 MOA was recorded at 139,898 miles at its MOT on 6 Oct 2026, an average of 3,340 miles a year.
Has T525 MOA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T525 MOA has failed 12 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on T525 MOA ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 3 Mar 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T525 MOA find?
T525 MOA passed its latest MOT on 6 Oct 2026 with 9 advisories: nearside front coil spring corroded; nearside front vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; nearside rear coil spring corroded, and 6 more.

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