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Land Rover Discovery

Silver · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

T759 LJAMOT history

T759 LJA is a silver diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 25 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 23 Apr 2026 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 159,175 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Apr 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 23 Apr 2026
Mileage
159,175 mi
At MOT on 24 Apr 2025
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,177 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T759 LJA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
25 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T759 LJA was last recorded at 159,175 miles on 24 Apr 2025, 121 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Apr 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 13 Nov 2014: 116,337 miles, lower than 116,712 miles on 29 Nov 2013.

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
159,054 miles · 15 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
121 miles
Average per year
4,177 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 159,175 miles
  • 2024 – 155,130 miles
  • 2023 – 153,749 miles
  • 2022 – 150,006 miles
  • 2020 – 143,997 miles
  • 2019 – 141,306 miles
  • 2018 – 136,264 miles
  • 2017 – 129,670 miles
  • 2016 – 120,736 miles
  • 2015 – 118,408 miles
  • 2014 – 116,337 miles
  • 2013 – 116,712 miles
  • 2008 – 94,782 miles
  • 2007 – 88,169 miles
  • 2006 – 82,896 miles
  • 2005 – 77,764 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass159,175 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2024

Full MOT history

24 tests since 25 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass159,175 miles (+121)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    159,175 miles
    Test number
    709652994924
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail159,054 miles (+134)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,054 miles
    Test number
    206084238029
    • MajorRear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Fail158,920 miles (+3,790)4 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,920 miles
    Test number
    873983375001
    • MajorFront Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass155,130 miles (+30)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    155,130 miles
    Test number
    246772925439
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering Pump Worn

  5. Fail155,100 miles (+1,351)10 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,100 miles
    Test number
    446113642892
    • MajorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Behind axle. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorPower steering malfunctioning (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorRear Outer Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass153,749 miles (+3,743)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    153,749 miles
    Test number
    582054757940

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass150,006 miles (+6,009)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    150,006 miles
    Test number
    882038749090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass143,997 miles (+908)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    143,997 miles
    Test number
    824503104863
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Fail143,089 miles (+1,783)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,089 miles
    Test number
    478228307434
    • MajorFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Fuel pipe leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder corrsion

  10. Pass141,306 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    141,306 miles
    Test number
    526847278384
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chasis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chasis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel balljoint (2.3 (a) (i))

  11. Fail141,306 miles (+5,042)1 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,306 miles
    Test number
    161384393178
    • DangerousFuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire fuel filter (6.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chasis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chasis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel balljoint (2.3 (a) (i))

  12. Pass136,264 miles (+6,594)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    136,264 miles
    Test number
    569335948596
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront to rear brake pipes slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside front inner arch corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Pass129,670 miles (+8,934)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    129,670 miles
    Test number
    923758282985
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal on chassis (2.3.3b)

  14. Pass120,736 miles (+2,328)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    120,736 miles
    Test number
    873243532229
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass118,408 miles (+2,071)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    118,408 miles
    Test number
    129811408905
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryResidue on fuel filter/possible leak

  16. Pass116,337 miles (-375)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    116,337 miles
    Test number
    235847814394
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  17. Pass116,712 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    116,712 miles
    Test number
    676493133307
    • NoteSlight residue around hydraulic suspension rear pipes

  18. Fail116,712 miles (+21,930)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,712 miles
    Test number
    946322833367
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteSlight residue around hydraulic suspension rear pipes

  19. Fail94,782 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,782 miles
    Test number
    452244758405
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass94,782 miles (+6,613)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    94,782 miles
    Test number
    670034458379

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass88,169 miles (+5,273)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    88,169 miles
    Test number
    733098397292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass82,896 miles (+5,132)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    82,896 miles
    Test number
    944443486262
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Pass77,764 miles (+32)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    77,764 miles
    Test number
    374281305386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail77,732 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,732 miles
    Test number
    334248295460
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Questions about T759 LJA

Does T759 LJA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T759 LJA expired on 23 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T759 LJA?
The MOT on T759 LJA expired on 23 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T759 LJA done?
T759 LJA was recorded at 159,175 miles at its MOT on 24 Apr 2025, an average of 4,177 miles a year.
Has T759 LJA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T759 LJA has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on T759 LJA ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 13 Nov 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T759 LJA find?
T759 LJA passed its latest MOT on 24 Apr 2025 with 1 advisory: nearside rear integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced.

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