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Land Rover Discovery

Bronze · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

T789 JKRMOT history

T789 JKR is a bronze diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 30 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 21 Nov 2026 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 206,162 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 Nov 2026
Mileage
206,162 mi
At MOT on 18 Nov 2025
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,954 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T789 JKR
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
30 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T789 JKR was last recorded at 206,162 miles on 18 Nov 2025, 2,907 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
203,255 miles · 22 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
2,907 miles
Average per year
4,954 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 206,162 miles
  • 2024 – 203,255 miles
  • 2023 – 196,146 miles
  • 2022 – 187,753 miles
  • 2021 – 187,212 miles
  • 2019 – 183,584 miles
  • 2018 – 174,854 miles
  • 2017 – 167,626 miles
  • 2016 – 160,673 miles
  • 2015 – 146,742 miles
  • 2014 – 140,967 miles
  • 2013 – 135,761 miles
  • 2012 – 124,890 miles
  • 2011 – 123,250 miles
  • 2010 – 119,908 miles
  • 2009 – 116,391 miles
  • 2006 – 114,970 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass206,162 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Windscreen seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear advises rear lamps
  • AdvisoryRear chassis wear in places

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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Offside Front daytime running light dim and condensation

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

28 tests since 12 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass206,162 miles (+2,907)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    206,162 miles
    Test number
    970935202920
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear advises rear lamps
    • AdvisoryRear chassis wear in places
  2. Pass203,255 miles (+3)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    203,255 miles
    Test number
    440878234349
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.5.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front daytime running light dim and condensation
    • AdvisoryChassis heavily welded and corroded
    • AdvisoryStone chip on windscreen
  3. Fail203,252 miles (+7,106)5 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    203,252 miles
    Test number
    606952155216
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play front (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.5.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front daytime running light dim and condensation
    • AdvisoryChassis heavily welded and corroded
    • AdvisoryStone chip on windscreen
  4. Pass196,146 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    196,146 miles
    Test number
    254723675223
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive diff seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play front (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering operation noisy on lock to lock
  5. PassMileage not read3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    249025884305
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  6. Fail187,753 miles (+541)1 dangerous9 major3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,753 miles
    Test number
    869254150688
    • DangerousNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Watts linkage. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • 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 Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Axle balljoint. (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Axle balljoint. (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  7. Pass187,212 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    187,212 miles
    Test number
    806599083619

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail187,212 miles (+3,628)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,212 miles
    Test number
    918510357834
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  9. Pass183,584 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    183,584 miles
    Test number
    291119903069
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front steering box slight leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear both bump stop missing
  10. Fail183,584 miles (+8,730)2 repaired1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,584 miles
    Test number
    197152524062
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside 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))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front steering box slight leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear both bump stop missing
  11. Pass174,854 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    174,854 miles
    Test number
    239435750963
    • MinorCentral Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear bump stops missing
  12. Fail174,854 miles (+7,228)1 repaired2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,854 miles
    Test number
    768631339673
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear bump stops missing
  13. Pass167,626 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    167,626 miles
    Test number
    502682796975
    • AdvisoryCentral slight oil leak gearbox /transfer box
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre slight wear inner edge
    • AdvisoryRear bump stops both missing
  14. Fail167,626 miles (+6,953)3 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,626 miles
    Test number
    433864377399
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryCentral slight oil leak gearbox /transfer box
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre slight wear inner edge
    • AdvisoryRear bump stops both missing
  15. Pass160,673 miles (+13,931)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    160,673 miles
    Test number
    570031399269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass146,742 miles (+5,775)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    146,742 miles
    Test number
    112526792014
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  17. Pass140,967 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    140,967 miles
    Test number
    476263674214
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end slightly misaligned (2.2.C.1b)
  18. Fail140,967 miles (+5,206)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,967 miles
    Test number
    745513074280
    • Repaired at testCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end slightly misaligned (2.2.C.1b)
  19. Pass135,761 miles (+10,871)8 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    135,761 miles
    Test number
    149011583295
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNsr and osr bumpstops missing
  20. Pass124,890 miles (+1,640)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    124,890 miles
    Test number
    899933482289
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
  21. Pass123,250 miles (+3,342)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    123,250 miles
    Test number
    149493281254
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFront wipers split but still clear screen
    • NoteRear chassis has corrosion
    • NoteVarious oil leaks
  22. Pass119,908 miles (+5)1 dangerous5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    119,908 miles
    Test number
    974582530265
    • DangerousPropshaft component defective
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth rear bump stop rubbers missing
    • NoteMost of chassis has corrosion on it
    • NoteSmall split in offside wiper blade but clears screen ok
  23. Fail119,903 miles (+3,512)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,903 miles
    Test number
    351005900458
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • NoteFront pads low
    • NoteUnder side rusty
  24. Pass116,391 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    116,391 miles
    Test number
    102345139400

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail116,391 miles (+1,421)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,391 miles
    Test number
    194085439427
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
  26. Pass114,970 miles (+5,924)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    114,970 miles
    Test number
    300322386496
    • NoteFront pads low
    • NoteN/s door mirror missing
    • NoteO/s/r bump stop missing
  27. Pass109,046 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2007
    Odometer
    109,046 miles
    Test number
    711402406191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail109,045 miles3 failures1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,045 miles
    Test number
    214442106190
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image too far to the right (1.6.B4)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre 2mm
    • NoteRear seats stowed

Questions about T789 JKR

Does T789 JKR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T789 JKR is valid until 21 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T789 JKR?
The MOT on T789 JKR is valid until 21 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T789 JKR done?
T789 JKR was recorded at 206,162 miles at its MOT on 18 Nov 2025, an average of 4,954 miles a year.
Has T789 JKR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T789 JKR has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on T789 JKR 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 T789 JKR find?
T789 JKR passed its latest MOT on 18 Nov 2025 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside front windscreen seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view; offside front upper suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 2 more.

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