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Land Rover Discovery

Grey · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

T656 NKJMOT history

T656 NKJ is a grey diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 2 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 23 MOT tests, with 177,076 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 Mar 2027
Mileage
177,076 mi
At MOT on 28 Feb 2026
MOT tests
23
20 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,779 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T656 NKJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T656 NKJ was last recorded at 177,076 miles on 28 Feb 2026, 9,730 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
167,346 miles · 3 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
9,730 miles
Average per year
3,779 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 177,076 miles
  • 2025 – 167,346 miles
  • 2024 – 166,663 miles
  • 2023 – 165,019 miles
  • 2022 – 163,638 miles
  • 2021 – 161,572 miles
  • 2019 – 159,153 miles
  • 2018 – 156,240 miles
  • 2017 – 153,718 miles
  • 2016 – 151,452 miles
  • 2015 – 150,740 miles
  • 2014 – 147,404 miles
  • 2013 – 142,661 miles
  • 2012 – 139,436 miles
  • 2011 – 136,488 miles
  • 2010 – 131,979 miles
  • 2009 – 128,941 miles
  • 2008 – 125,604 miles
  • 2007 – 117,679 miles
  • 2006 – 102,025 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass177,076 miles
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective Glass cracked (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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 swivel joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Fuel tank strap corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside rear body mounting slightly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside sill slightly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside ear body mounting slightly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass177,076 miles (+9,730)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    177,076 miles
    Test number
    501548825918
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective Glass cracked (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass167,346 miles (+683)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    167,346 miles
    Test number
    712355885211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass166,663 miles (+1,644)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    166,663 miles
    Test number
    415892944208
    • AdvisoryNearside Front swivel joint has slight leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front swivel joint has slight play
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank strap shows signs of wear

  4. Pass165,019 miles (+57)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    165,019 miles
    Test number
    612878090320
    • AdvisoryFuel tank strap corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front swivel joint has slight play
    • AdvisoryNearside rear body mounting slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside sill slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside ear body mounting slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside sill slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft rubber mounting slightly corroded

  5. Fail164,962 miles (+1,324)2 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,962 miles
    Test number
    742257657243
    • MajorFront Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank strap corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front swivel joint has slight play
    • AdvisoryNearside rear body mounting slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside sill slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside ear body mounting slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside sill slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft rubber mounting slightly corroded

  6. Pass163,638 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    163,638 miles
    Test number
    537496472049
    • AdvisoryFuel tank slightly loose strap shows signs of wear (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage 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))

  7. Fail163,638 miles (+2,066)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,638 miles
    Test number
    334787300960
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank slightly loose strap shows signs of wear (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage 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))

  8. Pass161,572 miles (+2,419)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    161,572 miles
    Test number
    680559202296
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage 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))

  9. Pass159,153 miles (+2,913)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    159,153 miles
    Test number
    205173544445
    • 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))

  10. Pass156,240 miles (+2,522)3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    156,240 miles
    Test number
    233296939341
    • 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))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  11. Pass153,718 miles (+2,266)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    153,718 miles
    Test number
    945496689877

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass151,452 miles (+712)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    151,452 miles
    Test number
    344662434266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass150,740 miles (+3,336)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    150,740 miles
    Test number
    459855285137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass147,404 miles (+4,743)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    147,404 miles
    Test number
    456530904275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass142,661 miles (+3,225)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    142,661 miles
    Test number
    197443403238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass139,436 miles (+2,948)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    139,436 miles
    Test number
    429994092132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass136,488 miles (+4,509)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    136,488 miles
    Test number
    617100891155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass131,979 miles (+3,038)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    131,979 miles
    Test number
    334213790110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass128,941 miles (+3,337)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    128,941 miles
    Test number
    302750889145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass125,604 miles (+7,925)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2009
    Odometer
    125,604 miles
    Test number
    904121861284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass117,679 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    117,679 miles
    Test number
    221373507422
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  22. Fail117,679 miles (+15,654)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,679 miles
    Test number
    583583207128
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  23. Pass102,025 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    102,025 miles
    Test number
    453031116154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T656 NKJ

Does T656 NKJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T656 NKJ is valid until 2 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T656 NKJ?
The MOT on T656 NKJ is valid until 2 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T656 NKJ done?
T656 NKJ was recorded at 177,076 miles at its MOT on 28 Feb 2026, an average of 3,779 miles a year.
Has T656 NKJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T656 NKJ has failed 3 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on T656 NKJ 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 T656 NKJ find?
T656 NKJ passed its latest MOT on 28 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside headlamp lens slightly defective glass cracked; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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