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Land Rover Discovery

Silver · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

T79 JALMOT history

T79 JAL is a silver diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 27 Feb 2024 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 229,711 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Feb 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Feb 2024
Mileage
229,711 mi
At MOT on 7 Feb 2023
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
7,853 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T79 JAL
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
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Feb 2024
Latest MOT test
7 Feb 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T79 JAL was last recorded at 229,711 miles on 7 Feb 2023, 12,355 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Feb 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 15 Feb 2018: 195,943 miles, lower than 904,594 miles on 21 Feb 2017.

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
217,356 miles · 10 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
12,355 miles
Average per year
7,853 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 229,711 miles
  • 2022 – 217,356 miles
  • 2021 – 211,620 miles
  • 2020 – 207,720 miles
  • 2019 – 202,274 miles
  • 2018 – 195,943 miles
  • 2017 – 904,594 miles
  • 2016 – 181,696 miles
  • 2015 – 174,597 miles
  • 2014 – 167,394 miles
  • 2013 – 161,365 miles
  • 2012 – 154,212 miles
  • 2011 – 145,725 miles
  • 2010 – 136,076 miles
  • 2009 – 123,694 miles
  • 2008 – 112,877 miles
  • 2007 – 106,794 miles
  • 2006 – 96,668 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass229,711 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced heavily undersealed (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both side rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass229,711 miles (+12,355)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    229,711 miles
    Test number
    327785917478
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced heavily undersealed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass217,356 miles (+5,736)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    217,356 miles
    Test number
    516999713691
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced heavily undersealed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass211,620 miles (+19)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    211,620 miles
    Test number
    529595015494
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail211,601 miles (+3,881)4 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    211,601 miles
    Test number
    706222132850
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass207,720 miles (+56)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    207,720 miles
    Test number
    961011911531
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both side rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Fail207,664 miles (+5,390)1 dangerous2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    207,664 miles
    Test number
    787581556220
    • DangerousNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both side rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass202,274 miles (+6,331)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    202,274 miles
    Test number
    824757837618
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass195,943 miles (-708,651)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    195,943 miles
    Test number
    433940900439
    • AdvisorySlight noise o/s/f wheel bearing

  9. Pass904,594 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    904,594 miles
    Test number
    263253855162
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryOffside & nearside rear bump stops missing
    • AdvisoryOffside & nearside rear chassis rusty & weak

  10. Fail189,193 miles (+7,497)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,193 miles
    Test number
    551964164973
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryOffside & nearside rear bump stops missing
    • AdvisoryOffside & nearside rear chassis rusty & weak

  11. Pass181,696 miles (+7,099)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    181,696 miles
    Test number
    418899429202
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear shock absorbers week

  12. Pass174,597 miles (+7,203)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    174,597 miles
    Test number
    827242245095
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  13. Pass167,394 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    167,394 miles
    Test number
    568280554003
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

  14. Fail167,394 miles (+6,029)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,394 miles
    Test number
    325050954083
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

  15. Pass161,365 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    161,365 miles
    Test number
    409537533005
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteLong handbrake travel
    • NoteRear diff oil leak

  16. Fail161,365 miles (+7,153)8 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,365 miles
    Test number
    178996833437
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteLong handbrake travel
    • NoteRear diff oil leak

  17. Pass154,212 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    154,212 miles
    Test number
    107667932063
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteFront discs & pads becoming worn
    • NoteRear diff oil leak

  18. Fail154,212 miles (+8,487)2 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,212 miles
    Test number
    178710732406
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureSteering box has a significant oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteFront discs & pads becoming worn
    • NoteRear diff oil leak

  19. Pass145,725 miles (+9,649)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    145,725 miles
    Test number
    988603351049
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteSteering box weeping oil

  20. Pass136,076 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    136,076 miles
    Test number
    160535250090
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

  21. Fail136,076 miles (+12,382)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,076 miles
    Test number
    134615850030
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

  22. Fail123,694 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,694 miles
    Test number
    193260159495
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

  23. Pass123,694 miles (+10,817)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    123,694 miles
    Test number
    431060959016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass112,877 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    112,877 miles
    Test number
    474623358053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail112,876 miles (+6,082)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,876 miles
    Test number
    880572558019
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  26. Pass106,794 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    106,794 miles
    Test number
    222922657065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail106,794 miles (+10,126)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,794 miles
    Test number
    702062657021
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  28. Pass96,668 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    96,668 miles
    Test number
    643789356043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T79 JAL

Does T79 JAL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T79 JAL expired on 27 Feb 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T79 JAL?
The MOT on T79 JAL expired on 27 Feb 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T79 JAL done?
T79 JAL was recorded at 229,711 miles at its MOT on 7 Feb 2023, an average of 7,853 miles a year.
Has T79 JAL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T79 JAL has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Feb 2021.
Has the mileage on T79 JAL ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 15 Feb 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T79 JAL find?
T79 JAL passed its latest MOT on 7 Feb 2023 with 4 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; oil leak, but not excessive; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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