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Land Rover Discovery

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

T839 AKPMOT history

T839 AKP is a blue diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 28 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 17 Jan 2024 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 247,524 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Jan 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 17 Jan 2024
Mileage
247,524 mi
At MOT on 18 Jan 2023
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
10,538 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T839 AKP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
28 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
18 Jan 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T839 AKP was last recorded at 247,524 miles on 18 Jan 2023, 8,612 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
238,912 miles · 6 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
8,612 miles
Average per year
10,538 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 247,524 miles
  • 2021 – 238,912 miles
  • 2020 – 230,188 miles
  • 2019 – 222,190 miles
  • 2018 – 218,066 miles
  • 2017 – 209,191 miles
  • 2016 – 187,387 miles
  • 2015 – 167,420 miles
  • 2014 – 142,386 miles
  • 2013 – 118,543 miles
  • 2012 – 107,834 miles
  • 2011 – 105,105 miles
  • 2010 – 99,817 miles
  • 2009 – 93,727 miles
  • 2008 – 87,999 miles
  • 2007 – 80,501 miles
  • 2006 – 73,381 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass247,524 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryLower Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front inner wing inner arch in engine bay corroded corroded hole
  • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security rear of sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure slightly damaged within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
  • AdvisoryPower steering component components slightly misaligned (2.1.5 (e) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
  • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rears in inner arches (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil around engine
  • AdvisoryTank bolts bracket not fully secure

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.

  • Exhaust mounting defective all 3 perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play very slight play and dry and squeaks

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear reverse lamp not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front bull bar holed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Screenwash jets aim low

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

23 tests since 10 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass247,524 miles (+8,612)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    247,524 miles
    Test number
    332162969647
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryLower Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner wing inner arch in engine bay corroded corroded hole
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security rear of sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure slightly damaged within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component components slightly misaligned (2.1.5 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rears in inner arches (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil around engine
    • AdvisoryTank bolts bracket not fully secure

  2. Pass238,912 miles (+8,724)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    238,912 miles
    Test number
    884785545875
    • AdvisoryLower Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security bulk head inner wing (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive in arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft joint worn, but not excessively front prop rear uj (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear in boot inner arches (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front of rear boot floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass230,188 miles (+12)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    230,188 miles
    Test number
    296381245448
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective all 3 perished (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play very slight play and dry and squeaks (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear reverse lamp not working
    • AdvisoryFront bull bar holed
    • AdvisoryScreenwash jets aim low

  4. Fail230,176 miles (+7,986)11 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    230,176 miles
    Test number
    921459681294
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBody panel insecure 2 x offside inner sill plates insecure (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded rear of front to rear rusted badly (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorBraking system leaking servo hose connection broken and leaking vacuum (1.1.3 (d))
    • MajorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorFuel tank insecure (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorPower steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective all 3 perished (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play very slight play and dry and squeaks (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear reverse lamp not working
    • AdvisoryFront bull bar holed
    • AdvisoryScreenwash jets aim low

  5. Pass222,190 miles (+11)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    222,190 miles
    Test number
    165136728782
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail222,179 miles (+4,113)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    222,179 miles
    Test number
    434095394119
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass218,066 miles (+8,875)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    218,066 miles
    Test number
    448985801470

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass209,191 miles (+21,804)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    209,191 miles
    Test number
    263321005468

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass187,387 miles (+19,967)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    187,387 miles
    Test number
    263278351892
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  10. Pass167,420 miles (+25,034)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    167,420 miles
    Test number
    825923905256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass142,386 miles (+23,843)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    142,386 miles
    Test number
    357969394102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass118,543 miles (+10,709)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    118,543 miles
    Test number
    886705403292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass107,834 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    107,834 miles
    Test number
    529131002216
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  14. Fail107,834 miles (+2,729)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,834 miles
    Test number
    805038392121
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  15. Pass105,105 miles (+5,288)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    105,105 miles
    Test number
    218479481116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass99,817 miles (+6,090)3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    99,817 miles
    Test number
    922887590123
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteDampness around p.a.s pipes and box
    • NoteSurface corrosion to both front inner wheel arches
    • NoteSurface corrosion to both rear inner arches
    • NoteSurface rust to various brake pipes

  17. Fail93,727 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,727 miles
    Test number
    211894899418
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  18. Pass93,727 miles (+5,728)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    93,727 miles
    Test number
    432724399128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail87,999 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,999 miles
    Test number
    252189888148
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

  20. Pass87,999 miles (+7,498)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    87,999 miles
    Test number
    880089388174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail80,501 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,501 miles
    Test number
    652825097181
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  22. Pass80,501 miles (+7,120)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    80,501 miles
    Test number
    710865297164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass73,381 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    73,381 miles
    Test number
    402451596112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T839 AKP

Does T839 AKP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T839 AKP expired on 17 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T839 AKP?
The MOT on T839 AKP expired on 17 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T839 AKP done?
T839 AKP was recorded at 247,524 miles at its MOT on 18 Jan 2023, an average of 10,538 miles a year.
Has T839 AKP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T839 AKP has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Sept 2020.
Has the mileage on T839 AKP 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 T839 AKP find?
T839 AKP passed its latest MOT on 18 Jan 2023 with 12 advisories: central exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached; lower steering column universal joint has slight wear or play, and 9 more.

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