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Land Rover Discovery

Bronze · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

T738 CBYMOT history

T738 CBY is a bronze diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 16 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 8 Sept 2026 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 242,348 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 8 Sept 2026
Mileage
242,348 mi
At MOT on 9 Sept 2025
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,913 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T738 CBY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Bronze
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
16 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
9 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T738 CBY was last recorded at 242,348 miles on 9 Sept 2025, 7,596 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Sept 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 19 Mar 2008: 23,674 miles, lower than 114,947 miles on 16 Mar 2007.

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
234,752 miles · 5 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
7,596 miles
Average per year
6,913 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 242,348 miles
  • 2024 – 234,752 miles
  • 2023 – 223,254 miles
  • 2022 – 211,886 miles
  • 2021 – 207,283 miles
  • 2018 – 204,724 miles
  • 2017 – 200,471 miles
  • 2016 – 195,574 miles
  • 2015 – 183,351 miles
  • 2014 – 174,295 miles
  • 2013 – 160,817 miles
  • 2012 – 156,740 miles
  • 2011 – 148,177 miles
  • 2010 – 139,785 miles
  • 2009 – 131,208 miles
  • 2008 – 23,674 miles
  • 2007 – 114,947 miles
  • 2006 – 107,608 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass242,348 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

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

    Failure3 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Oil leak, but not excessive engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive transmission

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

22 tests since 14 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass242,348 miles (+7,596)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    242,348 miles
    Test number
    678402264331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass234,752 miles (+11,498)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    234,752 miles
    Test number
    734311271308
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass223,254 miles (+11,368)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    223,254 miles
    Test number
    454288879058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass211,886 miles (+216)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    211,886 miles
    Test number
    551155692935
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail211,670 miles (+4,387)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    211,670 miles
    Test number
    796604282167
    • MajorFuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn loose nut (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass207,283 miles (+2,559)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    207,283 miles
    Test number
    863454946973
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside rear chassis repaired

  7. Pass204,724 miles (+4,253)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    204,724 miles
    Test number
    719297249260
    • AdvisoryEngine & gearbox oil leaks, not considered excessive
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to both sides rear chassis

  8. Pass200,471 miles (+4,897)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    200,471 miles
    Test number
    973495237771
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to rear chassis, not considered excessive

  9. Pass195,574 miles (+12,223)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    195,574 miles
    Test number
    102838730444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass183,351 miles (+20)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2016
    Odometer
    183,351 miles
    Test number
    645599035185
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Fail183,331 miles (+9,036)8 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,331 miles
    Test number
    849192015179
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureBrake pedal creeps down while the pedal is held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteVARIOUSE DASH INDICATORS ILUMINATED

  12. Pass174,295 miles (+13,478)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    174,295 miles
    Test number
    838292204156
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteSlight oil leak on steering box

  13. Pass160,817 miles (+4,077)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    160,817 miles
    Test number
    855341173014
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  14. Pass156,740 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    156,740 miles
    Test number
    436356662078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail156,740 miles (+8,563)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,740 miles
    Test number
    389386862014
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • NoteTC LIGHT ON.

  16. Pass148,177 miles (+8,392)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    148,177 miles
    Test number
    358802461041
    • NoteLots of travel on handbrake,light out nsf.

  17. Pass139,785 miles (+113)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    139,785 miles
    Test number
    194041670486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail139,672 miles (+8,464)7 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,672 miles
    Test number
    634543460030
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass131,208 miles (+107,534)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    131,208 miles
    Test number
    472301169065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass23,674 miles (-91,273)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    23,674 miles
    Test number
    194719778418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass114,947 miles (+7,339)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    114,947 miles
    Test number
    183495877422

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass107,608 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    107,608 miles
    Test number
    532523976097
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Questions about T738 CBY

Does T738 CBY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T738 CBY expired on 8 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T738 CBY?
The MOT on T738 CBY expired on 8 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T738 CBY done?
T738 CBY was recorded at 242,348 miles at its MOT on 9 Sept 2025, an average of 6,913 miles a year.
Has T738 CBY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T738 CBY has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on T738 CBY ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 19 Mar 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T738 CBY find?
T738 CBY passed its latest MOT on 9 Sept 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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