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Land Rover Discovery

Gold · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

T540 PUJMOT history

T540 PUJ is a gold diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 23 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 27 Nov 2026 and it has passed 19 of 22 MOT tests, with 128,427 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 Nov 2026
Mileage
128,427 mi
At MOT on 28 Nov 2025
MOT tests
22
19 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,980 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T540 PUJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Gold
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
23 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
28 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T540 PUJ was last recorded at 128,427 miles on 28 Nov 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
128,427 miles · 12 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,980 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 128,427 miles
  • 2024 – 128,424 miles
  • 2023 – 128,373 miles
  • 2022 – 124,700 miles
  • 2021 – 121,386 miles
  • 2019 – 115,414 miles
  • 2018 – 109,348 miles
  • 2017 – 101,879 miles
  • 2016 – 94,156 miles
  • 2015 – 86,355 miles
  • 2014 – 79,756 miles
  • 2013 – 73,786 miles
  • 2012 – 72,070 miles
  • 2011 – 68,914 miles
  • 2010 – 66,139 miles
  • 2009 – 63,344 miles
  • 2008 – 60,725 miles
  • 2007 – 56,805 miles
  • 2006 – 51,103 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass128,427 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all steel (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (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.

  • Areas requiring repair marked with white paint.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • General corrosion to all areas of chassis, brake and suspension components.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Inner wings corroded and holed - both sides. Not considered structural.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside inner sill corroded and holed but outside a prescribed area - repair advised.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

22 tests since 24 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass128,427 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    128,427 miles
    Test number
    122397681195
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all steel (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail128,427 miles (+3)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,427 miles
    Test number
    278754755486
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner and outer arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded wing (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder side at rear corrode

  3. Pass128,424 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    128,424 miles
    Test number
    502440222113
    • AdvisoryAreas requiring repair marked with white paint.
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to all areas of chassis, brake and suspension components.
    • AdvisoryInner wings corroded and holed - both sides. Not considered structural.
    • AdvisoryNearside inner sill corroded and holed but outside a prescribed area - repair advised.

  4. Fail128,424 miles (+51)4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,424 miles
    Test number
    220181652539
    • MajorIntegral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Nearside rear outrigger in front of rear wheel. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorIntegral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Offside inner sill corroded and holed within 30cm of body mounting. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorIntegral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Offside rear outrigger in front of rear wheel. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorVehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Nearside of chassis above rear axle corroded and holed. (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAreas requiring repair marked with white paint.
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to all areas of chassis, brake and suspension components.
    • AdvisoryInner wings corroded and holed - both sides. Not considered structural.
    • AdvisoryNearside inner sill corroded and holed but outside a prescribed area - repair advised.

  5. Pass128,373 miles (+3,673)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    128,373 miles
    Test number
    898208709762
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL tyres show signs of cracking / perishing (advise replacement soon) (235/70/R15) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass124,700 miles (+21)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    124,700 miles
    Test number
    231922268575
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail124,679 miles (+3,293)2 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,679 miles
    Test number
    768726449290
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass121,386 miles (+5,972)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    121,386 miles
    Test number
    660559628562

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass115,414 miles (+6,066)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    115,414 miles
    Test number
    471454151651
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

  10. Pass109,348 miles (+7,469)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    109,348 miles
    Test number
    610539208279
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Small hole in nearside rear wheel arch but not in the prescribed area

  11. Pass101,879 miles (+7,723)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    101,879 miles
    Test number
    964302402060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass94,156 miles (+7,801)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    94,156 miles
    Test number
    640512492539

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass86,355 miles (+6,599)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    86,355 miles
    Test number
    229168165439
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteRear diff pinion seal leaking
    • NoteSlight surface corrosion on both sills

  14. Pass79,756 miles (+5,970)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    79,756 miles
    Test number
    925692864168
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryTrack rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  15. Pass73,786 miles (+1,716)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    73,786 miles
    Test number
    258508363442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass72,070 miles (+3,156)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    72,070 miles
    Test number
    468791062137
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  17. Pass68,914 miles (+2,775)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    68,914 miles
    Test number
    578427541139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass66,139 miles (+2,795)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    66,139 miles
    Test number
    794103370196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass63,344 miles (+2,619)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    63,344 miles
    Test number
    782351579133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass60,725 miles (+3,920)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    60,725 miles
    Test number
    722413078165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass56,805 miles (+5,702)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    56,805 miles
    Test number
    410604077160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass51,103 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    51,103 miles
    Test number
    470255076152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T540 PUJ

Does T540 PUJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T540 PUJ is valid until 27 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T540 PUJ?
The MOT on T540 PUJ is valid until 27 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T540 PUJ done?
T540 PUJ was recorded at 128,427 miles at its MOT on 28 Nov 2025, an average of 3,980 miles a year.
Has T540 PUJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T540 PUJ has failed 3 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on T540 PUJ 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 T540 PUJ find?
T540 PUJ passed its latest MOT on 28 Nov 2025 with 2 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all steel; offside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis.

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