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Land Rover Discovery

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

T780 LOAMOT history

T780 LOA is a red diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 11 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 1 Jul 2026 and it has passed 19 of 31 MOT tests, with 238,538 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jul 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 1 Jul 2026
Mileage
238,538 mi
At MOT on 2 Jul 2025
MOT tests
31
19 passed · 12 failed
Per year
7,269 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T780 LOA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
11 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
2 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T780 LOA was last recorded at 238,538 miles on 2 Jul 2025, 13 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
238,525 miles · 17 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
13 miles
Average per year
7,269 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 238,538 miles
  • 2024 – 232,741 miles
  • 2023 – 224,443 miles
  • 2022 – 218,118 miles
  • 2021 – 211,733 miles
  • 2020 – 205,836 miles
  • 2019 – 200,146 miles
  • 2018 – 191,511 miles
  • 2017 – 184,110 miles
  • 2016 – 174,758 miles
  • 2015 – 159,970 miles
  • 2014 – 154,057 miles
  • 2013 – 150,779 miles
  • 2012 – 145,144 miles
  • 2011 – 140,591 miles
  • 2008 – 125,256 miles
  • 2007 – 113,274 miles
  • 2006 – 101,212 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass238,538 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))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.

  • Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Nearside Rear Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Fuel Pipe/s corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

31 tests since 11 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass238,538 miles (+13)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    238,538 miles
    Test number
    270433305209
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  2. Fail238,525 miles (+5,784)11 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    238,525 miles
    Test number
    779828707407
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis under body is corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch arear (area is chalked up) (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting underbody chassis structure (area is chalked up) (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting panel under body inner sill area (area is chalked up) (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch arear (area is chalked up) (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting underbody chassis structure (area is chalked up) (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorVehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Both rear inner sill areas corroded all area is chalked up (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  3. Pass232,741 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    232,741 miles
    Test number
    876518849712
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail232,738 miles (+8,295)1 dangerous6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    232,738 miles
    Test number
    374367930040
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii))
    • MajorBrake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Chassis (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Chassis (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Front Cross member (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass224,443 miles (+67)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    224,443 miles
    Test number
    915382729857
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail224,376 miles (+6,258)1 dangerous6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    224,376 miles
    Test number
    547181507154
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass218,118 miles (+6,385)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    218,118 miles
    Test number
    420337950883
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Bumper Damaged
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass211,733 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    211,733 miles
    Test number
    445092818623
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust Flexi Deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Numberplate deteriorated

  9. Fail211,732 miles (+5,896)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    211,732 miles
    Test number
    781567144519
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust Flexi Deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Numberplate deteriorated

  10. Pass205,836 miles (+5,690)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    205,836 miles
    Test number
    733573252607
    • AdvisoryFront Coil Springs Corroded

  11. Pass200,146 miles (+1)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    200,146 miles
    Test number
    318855974709
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  12. Fail200,145 miles (+8,634)1 dangerous4 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,145 miles
    Test number
    763241813867
    • DangerousNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  13. Pass191,511 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2019
    Odometer
    191,511 miles
    Test number
    762556078273
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Fluid suspension unit supply pipe corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Towbar component slightly corroded chassis (6.6.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Towbar component slightly corroded chassis (6.6.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Fail191,111 miles (+7,001)2 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,111 miles
    Test number
    794787132691
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Fluid suspension unit supply pipe corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Towbar component slightly corroded chassis (6.6.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Towbar component slightly corroded chassis (6.6.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Pass184,110 miles (+40)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2018
    Odometer
    184,110 miles
    Test number
    486609725317
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Fail184,070 miles (+9,312)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,070 miles
    Test number
    161082859598
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  17. Pass174,758 miles (+14,788)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2017
    Odometer
    174,758 miles
    Test number
    912522216736
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  18. Pass159,970 miles (+19)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    159,970 miles
    Test number
    707189895075
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure fractured not seriously affecting its strength with 30cm of a towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  19. Fail159,951 miles (+5,894)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,951 miles
    Test number
    548291395042
    • FailureFront Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure fractured not seriously affecting its strength with 30cm of a towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  20. Fail154,057 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,057 miles
    Test number
    158330394044
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  21. Pass154,057 miles (+3,278)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    154,057 miles
    Test number
    827670394059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass150,779 miles (+5,635)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    150,779 miles
    Test number
    799199873053
    • NoteO/s and n/s sidestep rails badly corroded
    • NoteSlight screen damage in zone *a* swept area
    • NoteUpper red lamp inoperative

  23. Pass145,144 miles (+4,553)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    145,144 miles
    Test number
    596429572096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass140,591 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    140,591 miles
    Test number
    888503881036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail140,590 miles6 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,590 miles
    Test number
    166235871492
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteBoth rear bump stops missing

  26. PassMileage not read3 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    420796419239
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on inner edge P235/70R 16 104T
    • NoteNearside rear chassis rail becoming very rusty near to tow bar mounting prescribed recomend early repairs
    • NoteOther areas of chassis also becoming rusty

  27. Pass125,256 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    125,256 miles
    Test number
    383523208486
    • NoteNails in offside front tyre

  28. Fail125,256 miles (+11,982)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,256 miles
    Test number
    422783108214
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteNails in offside front tyre

  29. Pass113,274 miles (+373)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    113,274 miles
    Test number
    691220227214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail112,901 miles (+11,689)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,901 miles
    Test number
    382885717205
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

  31. Pass101,212 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    101,212 miles
    Test number
    121533826274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T780 LOA

Does T780 LOA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T780 LOA expired on 1 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T780 LOA?
The MOT on T780 LOA expired on 1 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T780 LOA done?
T780 LOA was recorded at 238,538 miles at its MOT on 2 Jul 2025, an average of 7,269 miles a year.
Has T780 LOA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T780 LOA has failed 12 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on T780 LOA 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 T780 LOA find?
T780 LOA passed its latest MOT on 2 Jul 2025 with 6 advisories: nearside front coil spring corroded; nearside rear coil spring corroded; offside front coil spring corroded, and 3 more.

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