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Land Rover Discovery

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

T61 BSOMOT history

T61 BSO is a red diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 30 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 14 Jan 2027 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 176,857 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 Jan 2027
Mileage
176,857 mi
At MOT on 15 Jan 2026
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,855 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T61 BSO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T61 BSO was last recorded at 176,857 miles on 15 Jan 2026, 1,331 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
175,526 miles · 4 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
1,331 miles
Average per year
2,855 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 176,857 miles
  • 2024 – 175,526 miles
  • 2023 – 174,161 miles
  • 2022 – 171,054 miles
  • 2021 – 166,908 miles
  • 2019 – 166,377 miles
  • 2018 – 160,237 miles
  • 2017 – 154,483 miles
  • 2016 – 148,684 miles
  • 2014 – 146,027 miles
  • 2010 – 145,320 miles
  • 2008 – 140,992 miles
  • 2007 – 135,132 miles
  • 2006 – 120,306 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass176,857 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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 noisey

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Windscreen cracked

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Brake pipe slightly damaged both front (2.2.D.2b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • All mud flaps mounting rusted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Both rear bump stops missing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

20 tests since 27 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass176,857 miles (+1,331)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    176,857 miles
    Test number
    267863581877
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Pass175,526 miles (+130)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    175,526 miles
    Test number
    688748083790
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisey
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle heavily covered in underseal . cant fully inspect welding repair

  3. Fail175,396 miles (+1,235)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,396 miles
    Test number
    572137419157
    • MajorNearside Lower Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill corroded and holed (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisey

  4. Pass174,161 miles (+3,107)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    174,161 miles
    Test number
    119453687390
    • AdvisoryUnderside covered in underseal .unable to fully inspect

  5. Pass171,054 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    171,054 miles
    Test number
    447637920202
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  6. Fail171,054 miles (+4,146)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,054 miles
    Test number
    634950031544
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  7. Pass166,908 miles (+531)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    166,908 miles
    Test number
    159664188354
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy
    • AdvisoryWindscreen cracked n/s

  8. Pass166,377 miles (+136)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    166,377 miles
    Test number
    870998403071
    • AdvisoryWindscreen cracked

  9. Fail166,241 miles (+6,004)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,241 miles
    Test number
    774732506067
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWindscreen cracked

  10. Pass160,237 miles (+5,754)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    160,237 miles
    Test number
    929359774852
    • AdvisoryWax oiled

  11. Pass154,483 miles (+5,799)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    154,483 miles
    Test number
    837208582106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass148,684 miles (+41)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    148,684 miles
    Test number
    889626097904
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly damaged both front (2.2.D.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryAll mud flaps mounting rusted
    • AdvisoryBeen repaired and under sealed
    • AdvisoryBoth rear bump stops missing
    • AdvisoryFront bumper missing
    • AdvisoryHas alot of under body and chassie rust

  13. Fail148,643 miles (+2,616)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,643 miles
    Test number
    838506956002
    • FailureNearside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wing at abs pump (3.6.C.3)
    • FailureNearside registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wing (3.6.C.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly damaged both front (2.2.D.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryAll mud flaps mounting rusted
    • AdvisoryBoth rear bump stops missing
    • AdvisoryFront bumper missing
    • AdvisoryHas alot of under body and chassie rust

  14. Pass146,027 miles (+28)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    146,027 miles
    Test number
    245790074455
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnderside of vehicle has heavy corrsion

  15. Fail145,999 miles (+679)7 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,999 miles
    Test number
    286390964162
    • FailureFront Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnderside of vehicle has heavy corrsion

  16. Pass145,320 miles (+31)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    145,320 miles
    Test number
    622933910182
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt flexible stalk deteriorated but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Fail145,289 miles (+4,297)7 dangerous3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,289 miles
    Test number
    411317700196
    • DangerousNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • DangerousNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • DangerousNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • DangerousNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • DangerousOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • DangerousOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt flexible stalk deteriorated but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass140,992 miles (+5,860)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    140,992 miles
    Test number
    500186078195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass135,132 miles (+14,826)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    135,132 miles
    Test number
    251910177153
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NotePossible leak from fuel filter

  20. Pass120,306 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    120,306 miles
    Test number
    331956986053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T61 BSO

Does T61 BSO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T61 BSO is valid until 14 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T61 BSO?
The MOT on T61 BSO is valid until 14 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T61 BSO done?
T61 BSO was recorded at 176,857 miles at its MOT on 15 Jan 2026, an average of 2,855 miles a year.
Has T61 BSO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T61 BSO has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on T61 BSO 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 T61 BSO find?
T61 BSO passed its latest MOT on 15 Jan 2026 with 1 advisory: offside front service brake binding but not excessively.

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