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Land Rover Discovery

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

T748 BFVMOT history

T748 BFV is a green diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 22 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 28 Jul 2027 and it has passed 18 of 31 MOT tests, with 148,928 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Jul 2027
Mileage
148,928 mi
At MOT on 29 Jul 2026
MOT tests
31
18 passed · 13 failed
Per year
4,965 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T748 BFV
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
22 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T748 BFV was last recorded at 148,928 miles on 29 Jul 2026, 13 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jul 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 29 Oct 2020: 33,250 miles, lower than 130,905 miles on 10 May 2019.

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
148,915 miles · 20 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
13 miles
Average per year
4,965 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 148,928 miles
  • 2025 – 136,971 miles
  • 2022 – 134,824 miles
  • 2021 – 133,282 miles
  • 2020 – 33,250 miles
  • 2019 – 130,905 miles
  • 2018 – 125,403 miles
  • 2017 – 121,355 miles
  • 2016 – 114,841 miles
  • 2015 – 106,018 miles
  • 2014 – 92,818 miles
  • 2013 – 91,645 miles
  • 2012 – 77,958 miles
  • 2011 – 76,273 miles
  • 2010 – 72,996 miles
  • 2009 – 69,527 miles
  • 2008 – 63,584 miles
  • 2007 – 56,162 miles
  • 2006 – 48,465 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass148,928 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Front inner arches corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play Both front wheel bearings have slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front NSF bulkhead body mount corroded but body still adequately support by remaining mountsRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear discs corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both rear arches corroded & welded (7.1.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Extensive under sealing to extensive welding repairs, rear chassis and sills

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Headlamp reflector slightly defective both

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Steering box has seepage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Central Front Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Nearside Rear Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

31 tests since 5 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass148,928 miles (+13)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    148,928 miles
    Test number
    275968428568
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Front inner arches corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play Both front wheel bearings have slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front NSF bulkhead body mount corroded but body still adequately support by remaining mounts
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear discs corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both rear arches corroded & welded (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail148,915 miles (+11,944)16 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,915 miles
    Test number
    486958965978
    • MajorExhaust gas recirculation valve obviously modified (8.2.2.1 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Hole next to spring hanger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired Not seam welded - gaps (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced Not seam welded - gaps (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis leg corroded on inner side where previous repair is not attached (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired Not seam welded - gaps (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced Not seam welded - gaps (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Rear A frame ball joint gaiter (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting Hole in chassis on OSR leg and inadequate repairs on chassis (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Front inner arches corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front NSF bulkhead body mount corroded but body still adequately support by remaining mounts
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear discs corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both rear arches corroded & welded (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass136,971 miles (+2,147)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    136,971 miles
    Test number
    514526780255
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass134,824 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    134,824 miles
    Test number
    139378043512
    • MinorHeadlamp reflector slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExtensive under sealing to extensive welding repairs, rear chassis and sills
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail134,824 miles (+1,542)1 dangerous2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,824 miles
    Test number
    482475784012
    • DangerousNearside Rear Suspension rod fractured lower link arm (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MinorHeadlamp reflector slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExtensive under sealing to extensive welding repairs, rear chassis and sills
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass133,282 miles (+100,032)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    133,282 miles
    Test number
    290874499602
    • MinorHeadlamp reflector slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExtensive under sealing to extensive welding repairs, rear chassis and sills
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both, on inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail33,250 miles (-97,655)2 dangerous8 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,250 miles
    Test number
    624177930838
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Rear section (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting Wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure is deformed and structural rigidity is significantly reduced Outer (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Main chassis beam (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass130,905 miles (+5,502)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    130,905 miles
    Test number
    950710766722
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases tail pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass125,403 miles (+12)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2019
    Odometer
    125,403 miles
    Test number
    107397795567
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak

  10. Fail125,391 miles (+4,036)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,391 miles
    Test number
    863742970969
    • FailureNearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings Prescribed Area (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings chassis suspension component prescribed area (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Fuel pipe excessively damaged (7.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings out rigger (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak

  11. Pass121,355 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    121,355 miles
    Test number
    674396934153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail121,355 miles (+6,514)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,355 miles
    Test number
    224208048628
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  13. Pass114,841 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    114,841 miles
    Test number
    164179283593

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail114,841 miles (+8,823)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,841 miles
    Test number
    688260963499
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  15. Pass106,018 miles (+212)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2016
    Odometer
    106,018 miles
    Test number
    399208935161
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Fail105,806 miles (+12,988)6 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,806 miles
    Test number
    447532035162
    • FailureCentre Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass92,818 miles (+165)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    92,818 miles
    Test number
    128651134038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail92,653 miles (+1,008)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,653 miles
    Test number
    176660734433
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

  19. Pass91,645 miles (+2)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    91,645 miles
    Test number
    158674043442
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NoteRear exhaust corroded.Offside rear chassis bump stop missing

  20. Fail91,643 miles (+13,685)2 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,643 miles
    Test number
    108677533028
    • FailureOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureSeat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteRear exhaust corroded.Offside rear chassis bump stop missing

  21. Pass77,958 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    77,958 miles
    Test number
    167986342466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail77,958 miles (+1,685)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,958 miles
    Test number
    447790542031
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

  23. Pass76,273 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2012
    Odometer
    76,273 miles
    Test number
    227513721402
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteComment Corrosion on near side and off side rear chassis members.

  24. Fail76,258 miles (+3,262)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,258 miles
    Test number
    949183721130
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteComment Corrosion on near side and off side rear chassis members.

  25. Pass72,996 miles (+3,469)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2011
    Odometer
    72,996 miles
    Test number
    210779810403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass69,527 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2010
    Odometer
    69,527 miles
    Test number
    284436229198
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteCOMMENT CORROSION ON CHASSISE BOX SECTIONS.

  27. Fail69,515 miles (+5,931)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,515 miles
    Test number
    892616029111
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteCOMMENT CORROSION ON CHASSISE BOX SECTIONS.

  28. Pass63,584 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2009
    Odometer
    63,584 miles
    Test number
    233869528147
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  29. Fail63,584 miles (+7,422)2 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,584 miles
    Test number
    912989428116
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  30. Pass56,162 miles (+7,697)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2008
    Odometer
    56,162 miles
    Test number
    840839727156
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  31. Pass48,465 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2007
    Odometer
    48,465 miles
    Test number
    993045726182
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Questions about T748 BFV

Does T748 BFV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T748 BFV is valid until 28 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T748 BFV?
The MOT on T748 BFV is valid until 28 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T748 BFV done?
T748 BFV was recorded at 148,928 miles at its MOT on 29 Jul 2026, an average of 4,965 miles a year.
Has T748 BFV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T748 BFV has failed 13 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on T748 BFV ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 29 Oct 2020. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T748 BFV find?
T748 BFV passed its latest MOT on 29 Jul 2026 with 6 advisories: front integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front inner arches corroded; front wheel bearing has slight play both front wheel bearings have slight play; nearside front nsf bulkhead body mount corroded but body still adequately support by remaining mounts, and 3 more.

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