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Land Rover Discovery

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 3,947 cc

T551 OADMOT history

T551 OAD is a black petrol Land Rover Discovery first used on 24 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 25 Feb 2027 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 80,740 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 25 Feb 2027
Mileage
80,740 mi
At MOT on 3 Feb 2026
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,535 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T551 OAD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,947 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
24 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T551 OAD was last recorded at 80,740 miles on 3 Feb 2026, 57 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Feb 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 10 Oct 2017: 75,086 miles, lower than 76,322 miles on 18 Oct 2016.
  • 12 Oct 2017: 75,068 miles, lower than 75,086 miles on 10 Oct 2017.

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
80,683 miles · 26 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
57 miles
Average per year
1,535 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 80,740 miles
  • 2025 – 80,683 miles
  • 2021 – 80,307 miles
  • 2020 – 79,119 miles
  • 2019 – 78,267 miles
  • 2018 – 77,109 miles
  • 2017 – 75,068 miles
  • 2016 – 76,322 miles
  • 2015 – 71,025 miles
  • 2014 – 68,804 miles
  • 2013 – 66,068 miles
  • 2011 – 63,114 miles
  • 2010 – 62,245 miles
  • 2009 – 60,282 miles
  • 2008 – 58,567 miles
  • 2007 – 56,820 miles
  • 2006 – 50,955 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass80,740 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear axle pipes (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill area (7.1.1 (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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2013

  • Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2010

  • Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2010

Full MOT history

24 tests since 7 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass80,740 miles (+57)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    80,740 miles
    Test number
    357373095677
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear axle pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill area (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass80,683 miles (+376)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    80,683 miles
    Test number
    857075969150
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill area (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass80,307 miles (+1,188)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    80,307 miles
    Test number
    489881410803
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  4. Pass79,119 miles3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    79,119 miles
    Test number
    976000406228
    • MinorCentral Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated On top of the diff (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material wheel arch (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security centre body mount sill corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderneath dirty

  5. Fail79,119 miles (+852)1 repaired3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,119 miles
    Test number
    674993846972
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MinorCentral Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated On top of the diff (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material wheel arch (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security centre body mount sill corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderneath dirty

  6. Pass78,267 miles (+1,158)3 minor
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    78,267 miles
    Test number
    330534059815
    • MinorCentral Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  7. Pass77,109 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    77,109 miles
    Test number
    972220458409

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail77,109 miles (+2,041)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,109 miles
    Test number
    340701999307
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass75,068 miles (-18)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    75,068 miles
    Test number
    664212036934

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail75,086 miles (-1,236)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,086 miles
    Test number
    615069640173
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

  11. Pass76,322 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    76,322 miles
    Test number
    586147768466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail76,322 miles (+5,297)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,322 miles
    Test number
    999447000097
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

  13. Pass71,025 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    71,025 miles
    Test number
    568836749912

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail71,025 miles (+2,221)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,025 miles
    Test number
    134728670916
    • Repaired at testBattery insecure insecure (1.9.1)
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust system not adequately supported exhaust mounting (7.1.1)

  15. Pass68,804 miles (+2,736)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    68,804 miles
    Test number
    345907984452

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass66,068 miles (+2,954)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    66,068 miles
    Test number
    387193453432
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  17. Pass63,114 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    63,114 miles
    Test number
    317186871420
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  18. Fail63,114 miles (+869)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,114 miles
    Test number
    567146271276
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  19. Pass62,245 miles (+1,963)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    62,245 miles
    Test number
    963046450267
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly damaged (2.3.2)

  20. Pass60,282 miles (+1,715)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    60,282 miles
    Test number
    590308559262
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  21. Pass58,567 miles (+1,747)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    58,567 miles
    Test number
    310810088461
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  22. Pass56,820 miles (+5,865)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    56,820 miles
    Test number
    644083457296
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  23. Pass50,955 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    50,955 miles
    Test number
    300330456246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail50,955 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,955 miles
    Test number
    354120456455
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Questions about T551 OAD

Does T551 OAD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T551 OAD is valid until 25 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T551 OAD?
The MOT on T551 OAD is valid until 25 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T551 OAD done?
T551 OAD was recorded at 80,740 miles at its MOT on 3 Feb 2026, an average of 1,535 miles a year.
Has T551 OAD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T551 OAD has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Oct 2020.
Has the mileage on T551 OAD ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 10 Oct 2017. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T551 OAD find?
T551 OAD passed its latest MOT on 3 Feb 2026 with 3 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipes; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear axle pipes; nearside rear seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill area.

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