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Land Rover Discovery

Bronze · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

T549 FRUMOT history

T549 FRU is a bronze diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 12 Aug 1999. Its MOT is valid until 11 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 35 MOT tests, with 180,484 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 Apr 2027
Mileage
180,484 mi
At MOT on 1 Apr 2026
MOT tests
35
20 passed · 15 failed
Per year
6,449 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T549 FRU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Bronze
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
12 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T549 FRU was last recorded at 180,484 miles on 1 Apr 2026, 7,271 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Apr 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 1 Aug 2009: 62,607 miles, lower than 65,731 miles on 31 Jul 2008.

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
173,213 miles · 12 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
7,271 miles
Average per year
6,449 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 180,484 miles
  • 2025 – 173,213 miles
  • 2024 – 173,032 miles
  • 2023 – 169,698 miles
  • 2022 – 164,041 miles
  • 2021 – 157,435 miles
  • 2020 – 155,937 miles
  • 2019 – 148,149 miles
  • 2018 – 146,012 miles
  • 2017 – 135,960 miles
  • 2016 – 124,618 miles
  • 2015 – 108,597 miles
  • 2014 – 92,011 miles
  • 2013 – 88,001 miles
  • 2012 – 86,173 miles
  • 2011 – 83,729 miles
  • 2010 – 79,001 miles
  • 2009 – 62,607 miles
  • 2008 – 65,731 miles
  • 2007 – 59,846 miles
  • 2006 – 53,528 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass180,484 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.

  • Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2015

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2015

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2015

Full MOT history

35 tests since 25 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass180,484 miles (+7,271)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    180,484 miles
    Test number
    974885380374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass173,213 miles (+181)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    173,213 miles
    Test number
    477480553649
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak engine area
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to rear chassis area's
    • AdvisoryOffside rear suspension air bag is perishing
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine & transmission area's

  3. Fail173,032 miles (+3,334)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,032 miles
    Test number
    393302120852
    • MajorBrake prescribed area is excessively corroded ABS pump mounting area (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak front of engine area
    • AdvisoryOil residue engine and gearbox areas

  4. Pass169,698 miles (+34)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    169,698 miles
    Test number
    268505574279
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail169,664 miles (+5,623)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,664 miles
    Test number
    394778355461
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting at chassis marked with chalk (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security at inner wheel arch area (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Panhard bar area at chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security at inner wheel arch area (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting at chassis marked with chalk (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security at inner wheel arch area (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine and gearbox areas (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral under vehicle corrosion

  6. Pass164,041 miles (+20)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    164,041 miles
    Test number
    330311403275
    • AdvisoryOffside front inner wheel arch area corroding
    • AdvisoryVarious oil leaks around engine/gearbox

  7. Fail164,021 miles (+6,586)3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,021 miles
    Test number
    568498945875
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive bulkhead (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass157,435 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    157,435 miles
    Test number
    229612344405
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner arch / bulkhead (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner arch / bulkhead (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush on trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail157,435 miles (+1,498)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,435 miles
    Test number
    276428278327
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner arch / bulkhead (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner arch / bulkhead (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush on trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass155,937 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    155,937 miles
    Test number
    629292239404

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail155,935 miles (+7,786)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,935 miles
    Test number
    561330827670
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal worn on edge

  12. Pass148,149 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    148,149 miles
    Test number
    108463017781
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryAccident damage o/s/rear

  13. Fail148,147 miles (+2,135)6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,147 miles
    Test number
    663023960719
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryAccident damage o/s/rear

  14. Pass146,012 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    146,012 miles
    Test number
    885322639419
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear tyres feathered
    • AdvisoryFog lamp tell tale doesn't turn off inline with dip beam and position lights

  15. Fail146,012 miles (+10,052)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,012 miles
    Test number
    848917485851
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear tyres feathered

  16. Pass135,960 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    135,960 miles
    Test number
    596288070643

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail135,960 miles (+23)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,960 miles
    Test number
    179853848357
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  18. Fail135,937 miles (+11,319)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,937 miles
    Test number
    906641406057
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both rear bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  19. Pass124,618 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    124,618 miles
    Test number
    287225229359
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryO/s/r of vehicles chassis is quite rusty
    • AdvisorySlight play in the steering box

  20. Fail124,618 miles (+16,021)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,618 miles
    Test number
    441551834500
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded above chassis (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded above chassis (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryO/s/r of vehicles chassis is quite rusty
    • AdvisorySlight play in the steering box

  21. Pass108,597 miles (+10)7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    108,597 miles
    Test number
    205943785115
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Fail108,587 miles (+16,576)8 failures8 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,587 miles
    Test number
    185356275121
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryPower steering fluid level low, but not below minimum (2.3.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Pass92,011 miles (+14)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    92,011 miles
    Test number
    606804104216
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  24. Fail91,997 miles (+3,996)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,997 miles
    Test number
    199263804273
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  25. Fail88,001 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,001 miles
    Test number
    566639123254
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  26. Pass88,001 miles (+1,828)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    88,001 miles
    Test number
    965689223279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass86,173 miles (+2,444)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    86,173 miles
    Test number
    469750822249
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak

  28. Pass83,729 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    83,729 miles
    Test number
    516221011229
    • NoteWear discs

  29. Fail83,729 miles (+4,728)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,729 miles
    Test number
    868051111216
    • Repaired at testFuel hose leaking (7.2.3)
    • NoteWear discs

  30. Pass79,001 miles (+16,394)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    79,001 miles
    Test number
    953289000228
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  31. Pass62,607 miles (-3,124)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    62,607 miles
    Test number
    133913019220
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak

  32. Fail65,731 miles1 repaired4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,731 miles
    Test number
    232423018252
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak

  33. Pass65,731 miles (+5,885)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    65,731 miles
    Test number
    700323118227
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak

  34. Pass59,846 miles (+6,318)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    59,846 miles
    Test number
    442489907265
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak

  35. Pass53,528 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    53,528 miles
    Test number
    340796506404

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T549 FRU

Does T549 FRU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T549 FRU is valid until 11 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T549 FRU?
The MOT on T549 FRU is valid until 11 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T549 FRU done?
T549 FRU was recorded at 180,484 miles at its MOT on 1 Apr 2026, an average of 6,449 miles a year.
Has T549 FRU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T549 FRU has failed 15 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on T549 FRU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 1 Aug 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T549 FRU find?
T549 FRU passed its latest MOT on 1 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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