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Land Rover Discovery

Silver · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

T540 YDCMOT history

T540 YDC is a silver diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 30 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 4 Jul 2024 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 161,402 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jul 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Jul 2024
Mileage
161,402 mi
At MOT on 3 Jul 2023
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,466 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T540 YDC
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
30 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Jul 2024
Latest MOT test
3 Jul 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T540 YDC was last recorded at 161,402 miles on 3 Jul 2023, 2,592 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jul 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
158,810 miles · 5 Jul 2022
Between the last two tests
2,592 miles
Average per year
5,466 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 161,402 miles
  • 2022 – 158,810 miles
  • 2021 – 152,002 miles
  • 2020 – 144,947 miles
  • 2019 – 139,735 miles
  • 2014 – 137,245 miles
  • 2013 – 132,188 miles
  • 2012 – 126,357 miles
  • 2011 – 119,202 miles
  • 2010 – 111,730 miles
  • 2009 – 101,280 miles
  • 2008 – 89,069 miles
  • 2007 – 76,129 miles
  • 2006 – 66,771 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass161,402 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play front of wheel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front wheel arch corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front small chip in windscreen

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front wheel arch area corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

21 tests since 10 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass161,402 miles (+2,592)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    161,402 miles
    Test number
    255586388925

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass158,810 miles (+6,808)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    158,810 miles
    Test number
    381801258677
    • MinorOffside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass152,002 miles (+7,055)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    152,002 miles
    Test number
    880151577107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass144,947 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    144,947 miles
    Test number
    357849423043
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play front of wheel (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front small chip in windscreen
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel arch area corroded

  5. Fail144,945 miles (+5,210)1 dangerous8 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,945 miles
    Test number
    826209215405
    • DangerousTowbar is so weakened by corrosion within 30cm of a towbar mounting, the towbar is likely to become detached (6.1.6 (i) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Floor excessively deteriorated (6.2.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn nut loose (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play front of wheel (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front small chip in windscreen
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel arch area corroded

  6. Pass139,735 miles (+2,490)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    139,735 miles
    Test number
    551636074926
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass137,245 miles (+1)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    137,245 miles
    Test number
    756387454148
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteN/s/f bump stop missing
    • NoteN/s/r bump stop missing
    • NoteO/s/r bump stop missing

  8. Fail137,244 miles (+5,056)5 failures2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,244 miles
    Test number
    565083254121
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteN/s/f bump stop missing
    • NoteN/s/r bump stop missing
    • NoteO/s/r bump stop missing

  9. Pass132,188 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2014
    Odometer
    132,188 miles
    Test number
    509642143170
    • NoteBoth sill steps worn

  10. Fail132,188 miles (+5,831)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,188 miles
    Test number
    265460743421
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)
    • NoteBoth sill steps worn
    • NoteSlight oil leak osf hub

  11. Pass126,357 miles (+22)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2013
    Odometer
    126,357 miles
    Test number
    348912922149
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOsf axle hub leaking

  12. Fail126,335 miles (+7,133)2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,335 miles
    Test number
    227328812443
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOsf axle hub leaking

  13. Pass119,202 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2012
    Odometer
    119,202 miles
    Test number
    578423321180
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  14. Fail119,202 miles (+356)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,202 miles
    Test number
    679583621126
    • Repaired at testCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testRear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  15. Fail118,846 miles (+7,116)3 dangerous3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,846 miles
    Test number
    219371901197
    • DangerousNearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOs step weak exhuast starting to deteriate
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailurePower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

  16. Pass111,730 miles (+10,450)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    111,730 miles
    Test number
    573843650010
    • DangerousOil leak

  17. Pass101,280 miles (+12,211)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    101,280 miles
    Test number
    753337559016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass89,069 miles (+12,940)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    89,069 miles
    Test number
    942656468020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass76,129 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    76,129 miles
    Test number
    302637267055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail76,129 miles (+9,358)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,129 miles
    Test number
    862904267099
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

  21. Pass66,771 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    66,771 miles
    Test number
    923709966023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T540 YDC

Does T540 YDC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T540 YDC expired on 4 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T540 YDC?
The MOT on T540 YDC expired on 4 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T540 YDC done?
T540 YDC was recorded at 161,402 miles at its MOT on 3 Jul 2023, an average of 5,466 miles a year.
Has T540 YDC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T540 YDC has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Feb 2020.
Has the mileage on T540 YDC 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 YDC find?
T540 YDC passed its latest MOT on 3 Jul 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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