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Land Rover Discovery

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

T78 VREMOT history

T78 VRE is a green diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 12 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 24 Mar 2026 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 171,800 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Mar 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 24 Mar 2026
Mileage
171,800 mi
At MOT on 25 Mar 2025
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,271 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T78 VRE
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
12 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
25 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T78 VRE was last recorded at 171,800 miles on 25 Mar 2025, 2,585 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
169,215 miles · 5 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
2,585 miles
Average per year
5,271 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 171,800 miles
  • 2024 – 169,215 miles
  • 2023 – 164,383 miles
  • 2020 – 155,630 miles
  • 2019 – 152,098 miles
  • 2018 – 148,282 miles
  • 2017 – 144,122 miles
  • 2016 – 138,805 miles
  • 2015 – 128,989 miles
  • 2014 – 119,728 miles
  • 2013 – 113,173 miles
  • 2012 – 107,629 miles
  • 2011 – 101,480 miles
  • 2010 – 95,648 miles
  • 2009 – 89,701 miles
  • 2008 – 83,362 miles
  • 2006 – 72,896 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass171,800 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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 Front Headlamp aim too low

    Failure3 MOTs, 2012–2015

Full MOT history

26 tests since 20 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass171,800 miles (+2,585)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    171,800 miles
    Test number
    643602964673
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass169,215 miles (+4,832)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    169,215 miles
    Test number
    947827659098
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass164,383 miles (+8,753)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    164,383 miles
    Test number
    183501603012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass155,630 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    155,630 miles
    Test number
    950739788055
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play rear (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (1.1.21 (e) (i))

  5. Fail155,630 miles (+3,532)1 repaired2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,630 miles
    Test number
    966858491297
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play rear (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (1.1.21 (e) (i))

  6. Pass152,098 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    152,098 miles
    Test number
    444362254374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail152,095 miles (+3,813)3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,095 miles
    Test number
    223471722020
    • MajorBrakes imbalanced across an axle 48% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Axle has excessive vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam ball joint (5.1.2 (c) (i))
    • MinorBrake pipe inadequately clipped or supported various front to rears (1.1.11 (d) (i))

  8. Pass148,282 miles (+4,160)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    148,282 miles
    Test number
    627866471708

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass144,122 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    144,122 miles
    Test number
    535885595160
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  10. Fail144,122 miles (+5,317)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,122 miles
    Test number
    555113028886
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  11. Pass138,805 miles (+9,816)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    138,805 miles
    Test number
    694712432974

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass128,989 miles (+179)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    128,989 miles
    Test number
    346881905406

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail128,810 miles (+9,082)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,810 miles
    Test number
    747265995149
    • DangerousNearside Front Front drive shaft coupling is insecure (2.5.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  14. Pass119,728 miles (+30)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    119,728 miles
    Test number
    876367694170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail119,698 miles (+6,525)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,698 miles
    Test number
    407916594142
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

  16. Pass113,173 miles (+5,544)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    113,173 miles
    Test number
    188164303222
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  17. Pass107,629 miles (+44)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    107,629 miles
    Test number
    497092302237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail107,585 miles (+6,105)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,585 miles
    Test number
    697226882127
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureRear Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

  19. Pass101,480 miles (+5,832)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    101,480 miles
    Test number
    725230861105
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteFront discs worn

  20. Pass95,648 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    95,648 miles
    Test number
    221741380176
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  21. Fail95,640 miles (+5,939)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,640 miles
    Test number
    434931580139
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake drum contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  22. Pass89,701 miles (+6,339)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    89,701 miles
    Test number
    864360989155
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  23. Pass83,362 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    83,362 miles
    Test number
    293139868140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. FailMileage not read1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    624780997154
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    762460797176
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Pass72,896 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    72,896 miles
    Test number
    743661276129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T78 VRE

Does T78 VRE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T78 VRE expired on 24 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T78 VRE?
The MOT on T78 VRE expired on 24 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T78 VRE done?
T78 VRE was recorded at 171,800 miles at its MOT on 25 Mar 2025, an average of 5,271 miles a year.
Has T78 VRE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T78 VRE has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Dec 2020.
Has the mileage on T78 VRE 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 T78 VRE find?
T78 VRE passed its latest MOT on 25 Mar 2025 with 1 minor defect and 9 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front brake disc worn, but not excessively; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 7 more.

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