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Land Rover Discovery

Grey · Lpg · 1999 · 3,947 cc

T856 MDAMOT history

T856 MDA is a grey lpg Land Rover Discovery first used on 30 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 21 Jan 2025 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 143,210 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jan 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 21 Jan 2025
Mileage
143,210 mi
At MOT on 22 Jan 2024
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,946 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T856 MDA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Lpg
Engine size
3,947 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
22 Jan 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T856 MDA was last recorded at 143,210 miles on 22 Jan 2024, 3,710 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jul 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
139,500 miles · 21 Jul 2022
Between the last two tests
3,710 miles
Average per year
4,946 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 143,210 miles
  • 2022 – 139,500 miles
  • 2019 – 136,557 miles
  • 2018 – 134,502 miles
  • 2017 – 127,826 miles
  • 2015 – 126,298 miles
  • 2014 – 115,510 miles
  • 2013 – 102,835 miles
  • 2012 – 89,951 miles
  • 2010 – 74,004 miles
  • 2009 – 70,056 miles
  • 2008 – 65,683 miles
  • 2007 – 59,845 miles
  • 2006 – 53,316 miles
  • 2005 – 52,973 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass143,210 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 manifolds blowing/ticking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2005–2006

Full MOT history

21 tests since 24 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass143,210 miles (+3,710)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    143,210 miles
    Test number
    149927957977

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass139,500 miles (+2,943)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    139,500 miles
    Test number
    397483353236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass136,557 miles (+40)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    136,557 miles
    Test number
    103766963629

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail136,517 miles (+2,015)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,517 miles
    Test number
    377779929864
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))

  5. Pass134,502 miles (+6,676)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2019
    Odometer
    134,502 miles
    Test number
    271329657903

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass127,826 miles (+1,528)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2018
    Odometer
    127,826 miles
    Test number
    751340552266
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  7. Pass126,298 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    126,298 miles
    Test number
    926630475363
    • AdvisoryExhaust manifolds blowing/ticking

  8. Fail126,297 miles (+10,787)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,297 miles
    Test number
    986463183806
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryExhaust manifolds blowing/ticking

  9. Pass115,510 miles (+30)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    115,510 miles
    Test number
    818828384226
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteO/s/r bump stop missing

  10. Fail115,480 miles (+12,645)7 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,480 miles
    Test number
    299586184262
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteO/s/r bump stop missing

  11. Pass102,835 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    102,835 miles
    Test number
    478669583202
    • NoteEngine oil leak

  12. Fail102,835 miles (+12,884)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,835 miles
    Test number
    497509483276
    • FailurePower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • NoteAuto pipes leaking oil
    • NoteBrake pads getting low n/s rear
    • NoteEngine oil leak

  13. Pass89,951 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    89,951 miles
    Test number
    426944312238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail89,951 miles (+15,947)1 dangerous3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,951 miles
    Test number
    368164412407
    • DangerousOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  15. Pass74,004 miles (+3,948)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    74,004 miles
    Test number
    240462710349
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass70,056 miles (+4,373)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    70,056 miles
    Test number
    460710319412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass65,683 miles (+5,838)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    65,683 miles
    Test number
    963530318356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass59,845 miles (+6,529)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    59,845 miles
    Test number
    471059707398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass53,316 miles (+343)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    53,316 miles
    Test number
    663872386265
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail52,973 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,973 miles
    Test number
    222527295213
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass52,973 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    52,973 miles
    Test number
    412397095217
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T856 MDA

Does T856 MDA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T856 MDA expired on 21 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T856 MDA?
The MOT on T856 MDA expired on 21 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T856 MDA done?
T856 MDA was recorded at 143,210 miles at its MOT on 22 Jan 2024, an average of 4,946 miles a year.
Has T856 MDA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T856 MDA has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jul 2019.
Has the mileage on T856 MDA 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 T856 MDA find?
T856 MDA passed its latest MOT on 22 Jan 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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