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Land Rover Discovery

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

T809 BVCMOT history

T809 BVC is a red diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 29 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 17 Sept 2027 and it has passed 22 of 30 MOT tests, with 194,012 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 Sept 2027
Mileage
194,012 mi
At MOT on 14 Sept 2026
MOT tests
30
22 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,558 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T809 BVC
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
29 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T809 BVC was last recorded at 194,012 miles on 14 Sept 2026, 1,052 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
192,960 miles · 13 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
1,052 miles
Average per year
5,558 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 194,012 miles
  • 2025 – 192,960 miles
  • 2024 – 192,029 miles
  • 2023 – 191,054 miles
  • 2022 – 188,895 miles
  • 2021 – 185,529 miles
  • 2020 – 184,107 miles
  • 2019 – 182,468 miles
  • 2018 – 181,436 miles
  • 2017 – 178,306 miles
  • 2016 – 175,696 miles
  • 2015 – 172,738 miles
  • 2014 – 168,857 miles
  • 2013 – 164,088 miles
  • 2012 – 151,027 miles
  • 2011 – 133,922 miles
  • 2010 – 120,367 miles
  • 2009 – 108,454 miles
  • 2008 – 97,638 miles
  • 2007 – 88,958 miles
  • 2006 – 78,826 miles
  • 2005 – 77,872 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass194,012 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (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.

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

30 tests since 21 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass194,012 miles (+1,052)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    194,012 miles
    Test number
    931275037045
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  2. Pass192,960 miles (+931)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    192,960 miles
    Test number
    780224278868

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass192,029 miles (+975)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    192,029 miles
    Test number
    381607065950
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully inspect metal brake pipes due to covering of underseal

  4. Pass191,054 miles (+2,159)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    191,054 miles
    Test number
    314916643001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass188,895 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    188,895 miles
    Test number
    658126271334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail188,895 miles (+3,366)1 dangerous1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,895 miles
    Test number
    212089737658
    • DangerousFront Prop shaft joint so worn it is likely to fail front propshaft rear joint (6.1.7 (c) (ii))
    • MinorNearside 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))

  7. Pass185,529 miles (+1,422)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    185,529 miles
    Test number
    921478791778
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass184,107 miles (+1,639)3 minor
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    184,107 miles
    Test number
    652247518808
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated swivel joint (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated swivel joint (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  9. Pass182,468 miles (+1,032)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    182,468 miles
    Test number
    982614577665
    • AdvisoryLight surface corrosion noted on chassis and and underside components

  10. Pass181,436 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    181,436 miles
    Test number
    140992052675

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail181,436 miles (+3,130)2 major1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,436 miles
    Test number
    755978511907
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  12. Pass178,306 miles (+2,610)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    178,306 miles
    Test number
    553289553861
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass175,696 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    175,696 miles
    Test number
    607018263216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail175,696 miles (+2,958)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,696 miles
    Test number
    107493513573
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  15. Pass172,738 miles (+3,881)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    172,738 miles
    Test number
    883440622094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass168,857 miles (+4,769)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    168,857 miles
    Test number
    187902844296
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  17. Pass164,088 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    164,088 miles
    Test number
    469431863291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail164,088 miles (+13,061)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,088 miles
    Test number
    565301063221
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  19. Pass151,027 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    151,027 miles
    Test number
    509652862258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail151,027 miles (+17,105)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,027 miles
    Test number
    396021162419
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Pass133,922 miles (+13,555)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    133,922 miles
    Test number
    358753921438
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Pass120,367 miles (+11,913)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    120,367 miles
    Test number
    854240410293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass108,454 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    108,454 miles
    Test number
    274213519213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail108,454 miles (+10,816)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,454 miles
    Test number
    840803219207
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  25. Pass97,638 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    97,638 miles
    Test number
    622418408270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail97,638 miles (+8,680)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,638 miles
    Test number
    503218608210
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  27. Pass88,958 miles (+10,132)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    88,958 miles
    Test number
    162074067117
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass78,826 miles (+954)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    78,826 miles
    Test number
    653247586176
    • NoteOil leak

  29. Pass77,872 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    77,872 miles
    Test number
    261798095261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail77,868 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,868 miles
    Test number
    134334995274
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Questions about T809 BVC

Does T809 BVC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T809 BVC is valid until 17 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T809 BVC?
The MOT on T809 BVC is valid until 17 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T809 BVC done?
T809 BVC was recorded at 194,012 miles at its MOT on 14 Sept 2026, an average of 5,558 miles a year.
Has T809 BVC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T809 BVC has failed 8 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on T809 BVC 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 T809 BVC find?
T809 BVC passed its latest MOT on 14 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside front lower vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security.

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