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Land Rover Discovery

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

T659 SDEMOT history

T659 SDE is a green diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 25 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 11 May 2024 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 175,509 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 May 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 11 May 2024
Mileage
175,509 mi
At MOT on 11 May 2023
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,508 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T659 SDE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
25 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 May 2024
Latest MOT test
11 May 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T659 SDE was last recorded at 175,509 miles on 11 May 2023, 5,498 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 May 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 30 Oct 2014: 144,602 miles, lower than 158,372 miles on 24 Oct 2013.

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
170,011 miles · 12 May 2022
Between the last two tests
5,498 miles
Average per year
6,508 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 175,509 miles
  • 2022 – 170,011 miles
  • 2021 – 166,761 miles
  • 2020 – 166,526 miles
  • 2019 – 165,974 miles
  • 2018 – 163,369 miles
  • 2016 – 158,743 miles
  • 2015 – 156,601 miles
  • 2014 – 144,602 miles
  • 2013 – 158,372 miles
  • 2012 – 131,573 miles
  • 2011 – 122,720 miles
  • 2010 – 110,539 miles
  • 2009 – 98,852 miles
  • 2008 – 85,941 miles
  • 2007 – 73,419 miles
  • 2006 – 64,795 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass175,509 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear chassis leg been welded (unable to fully inspect welds due to being heavily under sealed)
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin very low

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

26 tests since 6 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass175,509 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2024
    Odometer
    175,509 miles
    Test number
    349391039883
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear chassis leg been welded (unable to fully inspect welds due to being heavily under sealed)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail175,509 miles (+5,498)2 repaired1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,509 miles
    Test number
    258264596995
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear chassis leg been welded (unable to fully inspect welds due to being heavily under sealed)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass170,011 miles (+1)2 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2023
    Odometer
    170,011 miles
    Test number
    594076847112
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin very low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play slight lift when barred (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear chassis leg becoming corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear light cluster damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play slight lift when barred (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear chassis leg becoming corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering box leaking slightly

  4. Fail170,010 miles (+3,249)4 major2 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,010 miles
    Test number
    200243745773
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush lower bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin very low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play slight lift when barred (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear chassis leg becoming corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear light cluster damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play slight lift when barred (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear chassis leg becoming corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering box leaking slightly

  5. Pass166,761 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    166,761 miles
    Test number
    316959477065
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryN/s front upper and lower ball joint has slight play
    • AdvisoryO/s front upper and lower ball joint has slight play
    • AdvisoryO/s/ rear chassis leg excessively corroded but not holed
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle corroded

  6. Fail166,761 miles (+8)2 repaired10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,761 miles
    Test number
    723211941718
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryN/s front upper and lower ball joint has slight play
    • AdvisoryO/s front upper and lower ball joint has slight play
    • AdvisoryO/s/ rear chassis leg excessively corroded but not holed
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle corroded

  7. Fail166,753 miles (+227)2 major1 repaired10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,753 miles
    Test number
    951277697551
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm,rear bush unbonded (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting chassis leg (next to fuel tank) (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryN/s front upper and lower ball joint has slight play
    • AdvisoryO/s front upper and lower ball joint has slight play
    • AdvisoryO/s/ rear chassis leg excessively corroded but not holed
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle corroded

  8. Pass166,526 miles (+552)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    166,526 miles
    Test number
    161265042470

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass165,974 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    165,974 miles
    Test number
    131597665526
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  10. Fail165,974 miles (+2,605)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,974 miles
    Test number
    693948866012
    • MajorElectrical wiring insecure and in contact with sharp edges nearside front footwell (4.11 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorElectrical wiring inadequately secured (4.11 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  11. Pass163,369 miles (+4,626)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    163,369 miles
    Test number
    826392880293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass158,743 miles (+2,142)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    158,743 miles
    Test number
    226404565806

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass156,601 miles (+11,999)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    156,601 miles
    Test number
    868785932477
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' crack (8.3.1a)

  14. Pass144,602 miles (-13,770)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    144,602 miles
    Test number
    427143804469
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnderside of the vehicle showing signs of corrosion

  15. Pass158,372 miles (+26,799)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    158,372 miles
    Test number
    699527193278
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnderside of the vehicle showing signs of corrosion

  16. Pass131,573 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    131,573 miles
    Test number
    359533102328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail131,573 miles (+8,853)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,573 miles
    Test number
    476217392290
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

  18. Pass122,720 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    122,720 miles
    Test number
    969121101387

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail122,715 miles (+12,176)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,715 miles
    Test number
    406591101377
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

  20. Pass110,539 miles (+4)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    110,539 miles
    Test number
    580236840226
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront and rear brake discs worn

  21. Fail110,535 miles (+11,683)5 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,535 miles
    Test number
    312098830226
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront and rear brake discs worn

  22. Pass98,852 miles3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    98,852 miles
    Test number
    313199319281
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront brake discs wearing thin and lipped
    • NoteNearside marker light inop
    • NoteRear hub seals slight leak

  23. Fail98,852 miles (+12,911)1 repaired3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,852 miles
    Test number
    781069919226
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront brake discs wearing thin and lipped
    • NoteNearside marker light inop
    • NoteRear hub seals slight leak

  24. Pass85,941 miles (+12,522)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    85,941 miles
    Test number
    603683768151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass73,419 miles (+8,624)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    73,419 miles
    Test number
    503253367103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass64,795 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2007
    Odometer
    64,795 miles
    Test number
    872006626177
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about T659 SDE

Does T659 SDE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T659 SDE expired on 11 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T659 SDE?
The MOT on T659 SDE expired on 11 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T659 SDE done?
T659 SDE was recorded at 175,509 miles at its MOT on 11 May 2023, an average of 6,508 miles a year.
Has T659 SDE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T659 SDE has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 11 May 2023.
Has the mileage on T659 SDE ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 30 Oct 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T659 SDE find?
T659 SDE passed its latest MOT on 11 May 2023 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: offside front lower suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside front lower shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush; nearside front lower suspension component ball joint has slight play, and 5 more.

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