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Land Rover Discovery

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

T742 LBOMOT history

T742 LBO is a green diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 9 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 20 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 33 MOT tests, with 236,521 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Aug 2027
Mileage
236,521 mi
At MOT on 4 Aug 2026
MOT tests
33
21 passed · 12 failed
Per year
7,947 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T742 LBO
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
9 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T742 LBO was last recorded at 236,521 miles on 4 Aug 2026, 9,360 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
227,161 miles · 15 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
9,360 miles
Average per year
7,947 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 236,521 miles
  • 2025 – 227,161 miles
  • 2024 – 219,689 miles
  • 2023 – 213,916 miles
  • 2022 – 204,430 miles
  • 2021 – 191,366 miles
  • 2020 – 181,416 miles
  • 2019 – 167,613 miles
  • 2018 – 159,756 miles
  • 2016 – 156,785 miles
  • 2015 – 147,413 miles
  • 2014 – 135,806 miles
  • 2013 – 124,782 miles
  • 2012 – 114,472 miles
  • 2011 – 103,701 miles
  • 2010 – 95,746 miles
  • 2009 – 88,226 miles
  • 2008 – 83,710 miles
  • 2007 – 79,149 miles
  • 2006 – 74,837 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass236,521 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive engine area

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass236,521 miles (+9,360)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    236,521 miles
    Test number
    627594140473
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

  2. Pass227,161 miles (+7,472)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    227,161 miles
    Test number
    584180192402
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive hub seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass219,689 miles (+5,773)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    219,689 miles
    Test number
    911294199193
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive axle hub (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass213,916 miles (+18)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    213,916 miles
    Test number
    588518317202
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail213,898 miles (+9,468)2 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    213,898 miles
    Test number
    942608587230
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass204,430 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    204,430 miles
    Test number
    216838496739
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering linkage ball joint has slight play drop arm joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  7. Fail204,430 miles (+13,064)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,430 miles
    Test number
    300113847676
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering linkage ball joint has slight play drop arm joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass191,366 miles (+9,950)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    191,366 miles
    Test number
    277269948709
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryHand brake lever close to maximum travel

  9. Pass181,416 miles (+15)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    181,416 miles
    Test number
    454455822867
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Fail181,401 miles (+13,788)6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,401 miles
    Test number
    849511927682
    • MajorFuel system component leaking engine area (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass167,613 miles (+7,857)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    167,613 miles
    Test number
    453194865340
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  12. Pass159,756 miles (+21)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    159,756 miles
    Test number
    440111413300
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear chassis corroded

  13. Fail159,735 miles (+2,950)1 dangerous6 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,735 miles
    Test number
    865384152666
    • DangerousRear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBoot lid component insecure (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp defective (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear chassis section has heavy surface corrosion incorporating various body and suspension mounts, but not holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious suspension components have surface corrosion

  14. Pass156,785 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2017
    Odometer
    156,785 miles
    Test number
    224509452560
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak from engine area

  15. Fail156,779 miles (+9,366)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,779 miles
    Test number
    283063838164
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak from engine area

  16. Pass147,413 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    147,413 miles
    Test number
    146294915195
    • NoteNearside front marker light not working
    • NoteTraction control warning light on

  17. Fail147,413 miles (+11,607)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,413 miles
    Test number
    278332015456
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteNearside front marker light not working
    • NoteTraction control warning light on

  18. Pass135,806 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    135,806 miles
    Test number
    216028894059
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  19. Fail135,799 miles (+11,017)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,799 miles
    Test number
    396818894095
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  20. Pass124,782 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    124,782 miles
    Test number
    156345713137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail124,769 miles (+56)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,769 miles
    Test number
    918884613116
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  22. Fail124,713 miles (+10,241)4 failures1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,713 miles
    Test number
    418529043088
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Axle swivel joint has excessive play in a ball joint (2.5.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass114,472 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    114,472 miles
    Test number
    196100492473
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  24. Fail114,472 miles (+10,771)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,472 miles
    Test number
    318220992075
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  25. Pass103,701 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    103,701 miles
    Test number
    515682581043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail103,698 miles (+7,952)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,698 miles
    Test number
    355332281099
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  27. Pass95,746 miles (+7,520)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    95,746 miles
    Test number
    521019750121
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NotePark brake lever has low reserve travel

  28. Pass88,226 miles (+4,516)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    88,226 miles
    Test number
    630091569182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass83,710 miles (+1,057)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    83,710 miles
    Test number
    922090258348
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  30. Pass82,653 miles (+3,504)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    82,653 miles
    Test number
    641782898069
    • NoteFront and rear discs worn
    • NoteLong travel parking brake
    • NoteParking brake not to usual standard

  31. Pass79,149 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    79,149 miles
    Test number
    742506167093
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteHigh level stop not working? Auxillary front side also not working
    • NoteLong travel parking brake lever and low reading from parking brake

  32. Fail79,149 miles (+4,312)2 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,149 miles
    Test number
    944656767019
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteHigh level stop not working? Auxillary front side also not working
    • NoteLong travel parking brake lever and low reading from parking brake

  33. Pass74,837 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    74,837 miles
    Test number
    151690796457
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteN/s/f suspention/brake knock

Questions about T742 LBO

Does T742 LBO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T742 LBO is valid until 20 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T742 LBO?
The MOT on T742 LBO is valid until 20 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T742 LBO done?
T742 LBO was recorded at 236,521 miles at its MOT on 4 Aug 2026, an average of 7,947 miles a year.
Has T742 LBO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T742 LBO has failed 12 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on T742 LBO 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 T742 LBO find?
T742 LBO passed its latest MOT on 4 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; offside front seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed.

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