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Land Rover Discovery

Bronze · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

T749 BRVMOT history

T749 BRV is a bronze diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 28 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 21 Dec 2026 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 179,302 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 Dec 2026
Mileage
179,302 mi
At MOT on 8 Dec 2025
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,058 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T749 BRV
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
28 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
8 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T749 BRV was last recorded at 179,302 miles on 8 Dec 2025, 80 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
179,222 miles · 4 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
80 miles
Average per year
6,058 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 179,302 miles
  • 2024 – 172,658 miles
  • 2023 – 164,947 miles
  • 2022 – 159,031 miles
  • 2021 – 152,521 miles
  • 2020 – 145,780 miles
  • 2019 – 133,572 miles
  • 2018 – 128,466 miles
  • 2017 – 124,033 miles
  • 2016 – 119,847 miles
  • 2015 – 113,822 miles
  • 2014 – 109,320 miles
  • 2013 – 104,579 miles
  • 2012 – 99,663 miles
  • 2011 – 94,025 miles
  • 2010 – 88,463 miles
  • 2009 – 82,788 miles
  • 2008 – 75,798 miles
  • 2007 – 68,891 miles
  • 2006 – 62,468 miles
  • 2005 – 55,326 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass179,302 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear both O/S/R + N/S/R Vehicle structure or chassis corrodedRecorded 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 Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Chassis corroded in multiple places

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive Engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear hub seal leaking slightly

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

30 tests since 21 Jun 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass179,302 miles (+80)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    179,302 miles
    Test number
    155735459284
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear both O/S/R + N/S/R Vehicle structure or chassis corroded

  2. Fail179,222 miles (+6,564)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,222 miles
    Test number
    141986775730
    • MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play ball joint that goes to steering box excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear both O/S/R + N/S/R Vehicle structure or chassis corroded

  3. Pass172,658 miles (+7,711)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    172,658 miles
    Test number
    556206029966
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  4. Pass164,947 miles (+8)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    164,947 miles
    Test number
    726548534697
    • AdvisoryChassis corroded in multiple places
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  5. Fail164,939 miles (+5,908)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,939 miles
    Test number
    600479565280
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too high Both (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Fuel system component leaking Filter (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryChassis corroded in multiple places
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  6. Pass159,031 miles (+4)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    159,031 miles
    Test number
    890823770332
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear hub seal leaking slightly
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting chassis leg rail (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to chassis in multiple places

  7. Fail159,027 miles (+6,506)3 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,027 miles
    Test number
    728911837873
    • MajorOffside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wing floor pan area (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength bottom of inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear hub seal leaking slightly
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting chassis leg rail (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to chassis in multiple places

  8. Pass152,521 miles (+6,741)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    152,521 miles
    Test number
    107835728137
    • MinorEntrance/exit step in a deteriorated condition N/S and O/S step frame corroded (9.7 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Hub leaking
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Hub leaking (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis rail showing signs of corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Pass145,780 miles (+275)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    145,780 miles
    Test number
    544464154137
    • AdvisorySidestep framework heavily corroded

  10. Fail145,505 miles (+11,933)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,505 miles
    Test number
    192835884680
    • MajorFuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisorySidestep framework heavily corroded

  11. Pass133,572 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    133,572 miles
    Test number
    221258173922
    • AdvisoryFront differential leaking
    • AdvisoryNearside front lower ball joint dust cover poor condition
    • AdvisoryUnderside of side-steps heavily corroded

  12. Fail133,569 miles (+5,103)1 dangerous5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,569 miles
    Test number
    550357242445
    • DangerousNearside Rear Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorExhaust emissions test aborted because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorSteering box leaking to the extent that oil is dripping (2.1.1 (e) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront differential leaking
    • AdvisoryNearside front lower ball joint dust cover poor condition
    • AdvisoryUnderside of side-steps heavily corroded

  13. Pass128,466 miles (+4,433)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    128,466 miles
    Test number
    129555396283
    • AdvisorySteering box drop arm wet with oil

  14. Pass124,033 miles (+4,186)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    124,033 miles
    Test number
    665240525865

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass119,847 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    119,847 miles
    Test number
    909038019911
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal soft/spongey
    • AdvisoryCorrosion forming to offside rear outer sill
    • AdvisoryEvidence of possible slight fluid leak from steering box
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside rear brake pipes corroded above chassis(difficult to assess)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake pipe corroded

  16. Fail119,847 miles (+6,025)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,847 miles
    Test number
    283972462779
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal soft/spongey
    • AdvisoryCorrosion forming to offside rear outer sill
    • AdvisoryEvidence of possible slight fluid leak from steering box
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside rear brake pipes corroded above chassis(difficult to assess)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake pipe corroded

  17. Pass113,822 miles (+4,502)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    113,822 miles
    Test number
    119849645102
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass109,320 miles (+4,741)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    109,320 miles
    Test number
    639404164153
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass104,579 miles (+4,916)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    104,579 miles
    Test number
    837965463162
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth rear tyres slighty out of shape
    • NoteOff side rear tyre getting low on tread

  20. Pass99,663 miles (+5,638)2 advisories7 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    99,663 miles
    Test number
    587705162133
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteExhaust smoke is a bit high and erratic?
    • NoteNearside front amber marker light is inoperative
    • NoteNearside rear brakes are binding very slightly, rear service brake increase decrease differential is high
    • NoteOffside rear of engine wet at top?
    • NoteStone pecks in front windscreen

  21. Pass94,025 miles (+5,562)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    94,025 miles
    Test number
    499756761196
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear wiper split

  22. Pass88,463 miles (+5,675)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    88,463 miles
    Test number
    582925560150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass82,788 miles (+6,990)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    82,788 miles
    Test number
    671974279129
    • NoteFails 1st smoke test passed 2nd ok
    • NoteFront shock absorber bushes are debonding
    • NoteOffside rear axle bump stop missing

  24. Fail75,798 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,798 miles
    Test number
    112911478129
    • Repaired at testExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  25. Pass75,798 miles (+6,907)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    75,798 miles
    Test number
    153721678141
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  26. Pass68,891 miles (+6,423)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    68,891 miles
    Test number
    470209467157
    • NoteFails 1st smoke test, passed 2nd after a run.
    • NoteThere is a lot of oil residue around steering box area, cannot see any leaks due to covers. will have to be dismantled for further investigation.

  27. Pass62,468 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    62,468 miles
    Test number
    432734866166
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  28. Fail62,462 miles (+7,136)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,462 miles
    Test number
    181119556191
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  29. Fail55,326 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,326 miles
    Test number
    121402475176
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  30. Pass55,326 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    55,326 miles
    Test number
    270342675176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T749 BRV

Does T749 BRV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T749 BRV is valid until 21 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on T749 BRV?
The MOT on T749 BRV is valid until 21 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T749 BRV done?
T749 BRV was recorded at 179,302 miles at its MOT on 8 Dec 2025, an average of 6,058 miles a year.
Has T749 BRV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T749 BRV has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on T749 BRV 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 T749 BRV find?
T749 BRV passed its latest MOT on 8 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside front upper suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; coil spring corroded all 4; offside rear vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security, and 1 more.

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