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Land Rover Discovery

Bronze and Orange · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

T71 BDVMOT history

T71 BDV is a bronze and orange diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 29 Mar 2026 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 202,691 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Mar 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 29 Mar 2026
Mileage
202,691 mi
At MOT on 7 Mar 2025
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
7,919 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T71 BDV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Bronze and Orange
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
7 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T71 BDV was last recorded at 202,691 miles on 7 Mar 2025, 2,318 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
200,373 miles · 12 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
2,318 miles
Average per year
7,919 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 202,691 miles
  • 2024 – 200,373 miles
  • 2023 – 199,853 miles
  • 2022 – 199,099 miles
  • 2021 – 198,600 miles
  • 2019 – 196,253 miles
  • 2018 – 193,990 miles
  • 2017 – 190,867 miles
  • 2016 – 186,074 miles
  • 2015 – 179,993 miles
  • 2014 – 176,582 miles
  • 2013 – 167,297 miles
  • 2009 – 85,139 miles
  • 2008 – 67,194 miles
  • 2007 – 57,900 miles
  • 2006 – 52,745 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass202,691 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Lower Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (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.

  • Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor5 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2016

  • Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2016

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2013–2014

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

27 tests since 31 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass202,691 miles (+2,318)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    202,691 miles
    Test number
    410349596869
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass200,373 miles (+10)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    200,373 miles
    Test number
    135864172142
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both body to chassis (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive axle spring perch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive axle spring perch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Fail200,363 miles (+510)1 dangerous5 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,363 miles
    Test number
    243015549599
    • DangerousRear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users coolant leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn d bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper blade missing (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both body to chassis (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive axle spring perch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive axle spring perch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass199,853 miles (+15)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    199,853 miles
    Test number
    903245108828
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  5. Fail199,838 miles (+739)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,838 miles
    Test number
    747740732605
    • MajorBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheel arch under servo (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view cracked (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis corroded next to fuel tank (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass199,099 miles (+3)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    199,099 miles
    Test number
    866433661652
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive halfshaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail199,096 miles (+496)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,096 miles
    Test number
    796816513154
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively spindle insecure / worn (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive halfshaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass198,600 miles (+4)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    198,600 miles
    Test number
    283374674493
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear 3/4 of chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Fail198,596 miles (+2,343)10 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,596 miles
    Test number
    705380260238
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded on caliper (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded on caliper (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear 3/4 of chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  10. Pass196,253 miles (+2,263)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    196,253 miles
    Test number
    202617676593

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass193,990 miles (+3,123)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    193,990 miles
    Test number
    672191390963

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass190,867 miles (+122)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    190,867 miles
    Test number
    826676198184
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  13. Fail190,745 miles (+4,671)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,745 miles
    Test number
    458012146678
    • FailureNearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings end cap and underside of sill (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings chassis and out-rigger (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings out-rigger (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings end cap and underside of sill (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering rear of chassis (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass186,074 miles (+6,081)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    186,074 miles
    Test number
    879488001771
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion inner chassis leg by anti roll bar (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  15. Pass179,993 miles (+21)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    179,993 miles
    Test number
    477809558993
    • AdvisoryFront bumper missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  16. Fail179,972 miles (+3,390)8 failures2 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,972 miles
    Test number
    828647975042
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • FailurePassenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFRONT ANTIROLL BAR MISSING
    • NoteFRONT BUMPER MISSING
    • NoteO/S/R REVERSE LIGHT NOT WORKING
    • NoteREAR SEAT BELTS NOT CHECKED DUE TO TAILGATE NOT OPENING
    • NoteSLIGHT CORROSION TO N/S/R TOP SHOCKABSORBER MOUNT
    • NoteSLIGHT PLAY IN FRONT U/J

  17. Pass176,582 miles (+28)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    176,582 miles
    Test number
    218180324117
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Fail176,554 miles (+9,257)7 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,554 miles
    Test number
    859367794064
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • NoteRear section of chassis slightly corroded
    • NoteSill covers fitted

  19. Pass167,297 miles (+7)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    167,297 miles
    Test number
    786052613198
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Fail167,290 miles (+29)5 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,290 miles
    Test number
    915886603125
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-lock braking system wiring excessively damaged (3.4.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Fail167,261 miles (+82,122)12 failures5 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,261 miles
    Test number
    429419353044
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteExhaust system corroded
    • NoteRear chassis area heavily corroded
    • NoteSrs lamp on

  22. Pass85,139 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    85,139 miles
    Test number
    744202019210
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  23. Fail85,138 miles (+17,944)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,138 miles
    Test number
    431691219253
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Air suspension bellows leaking (2.4.D.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  24. Pass67,194 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2009
    Odometer
    67,194 miles
    Test number
    162810538150
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  25. Fail67,194 miles (+9,294)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,194 miles
    Test number
    711317728146
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  26. Pass57,900 miles (+5,155)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    57,900 miles
    Test number
    684902277078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass52,745 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    52,745 miles
    Test number
    364970796096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T71 BDV

Does T71 BDV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T71 BDV expired on 29 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T71 BDV?
The MOT on T71 BDV expired on 29 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T71 BDV done?
T71 BDV was recorded at 202,691 miles at its MOT on 7 Mar 2025, an average of 7,919 miles a year.
Has T71 BDV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T71 BDV has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on T71 BDV 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 T71 BDV find?
T71 BDV passed its latest MOT on 7 Mar 2025 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides; nearside front shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush, and 2 more.

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