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Land Rover Discovery

Bronze · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T865 LRNMOT history

T865 LRN is a bronze diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 30 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jul 2027 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 128,853 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jul 2027
Mileage
128,853 mi
At MOT on 15 Jul 2026
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,511 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T865 LRN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Bronze
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T865 LRN was last recorded at 128,853 miles on 15 Jul 2026, 40 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jul 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 5 Oct 2017: 84,844 miles, lower than 106,850 miles on 25 Jul 2016.

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
128,813 miles · 14 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
40 miles
Average per year
3,511 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 128,853 miles
  • 2025 – 121,780 miles
  • 2024 – 112,042 miles
  • 2023 – 102,757 miles
  • 2022 – 92,131 miles
  • 2020 – 90,157 miles
  • 2019 – 85,293 miles
  • 2017 – 84,844 miles
  • 2016 – 106,850 miles
  • 2015 – 101,531 miles
  • 2014 – 97,568 miles
  • 2013 – 97,324 miles
  • 2012 – 93,374 miles
  • 2011 – 92,118 miles
  • 2008 – 65,587 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass128,853 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light lens damaged (4.5.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive steering box (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

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

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

26 tests since 8 Jul 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass128,853 miles (+40)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    128,853 miles
    Test number
    435028759210
    • MinorNearside Rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light lens damaged (4.5.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive steering box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail128,813 miles (+7,033)1 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,813 miles
    Test number
    991777978800
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light lens damaged (4.5.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive steering box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass121,780 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    121,780 miles
    Test number
    324764818964
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail121,759 miles (+9,717)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,759 miles
    Test number
    180895136872
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective oring split (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced next to rear shocky mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass112,042 miles (+9,285)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    112,042 miles
    Test number
    370289217531
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFull car under sealed been repaired

  6. Pass102,757 miles (+42)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    102,757 miles
    Test number
    822470392528

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail102,715 miles (+10,584)3 dangerous16 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,715 miles
    Test number
    438648142691
    • DangerousExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • DangerousVehicle structure is fractured and so weakened within 30cm of a towbar mounting, the towbar is likely to become detached both sides (6.1.6 (i) (ii))
    • DangerousVehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired chassis all split at rear on both sides (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorFuel system component leaking at filter (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded corroded and holed on top of arch close to abs pump (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded close to master cylinder (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorPower steering component leaking box (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass92,131 miles (+1,974)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2023
    Odometer
    92,131 miles
    Test number
    537411662009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass90,157 miles (+4,864)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    90,157 miles
    Test number
    611303033187
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass85,293 miles (+449)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    85,293 miles
    Test number
    343892762208
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass84,844 miles (-22,006)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    84,844 miles
    Test number
    134586853809

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass106,850 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    106,850 miles
    Test number
    241785898806

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail106,837 miles (+5,306)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,837 miles
    Test number
    855676439597
    • FailureBrake vacuum build up too slow (3.3.E.6)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  14. Pass101,531 miles (+3,963)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    101,531 miles
    Test number
    938253385109
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteExhaust heatshield insecure

  15. Pass97,568 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    97,568 miles
    Test number
    189247374180
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  16. Fail97,568 miles (+244)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,568 miles
    Test number
    115097274118
    • FailureNearside Rear Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  17. Pass97,324 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    97,324 miles
    Test number
    997808773169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail97,324 miles (+3,950)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,324 miles
    Test number
    858827273103
    • FailureFront Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass93,374 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    93,374 miles
    Test number
    309372872100
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

  20. Fail93,374 miles (+1,256)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,374 miles
    Test number
    288280172198
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  21. Pass92,118 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    92,118 miles
    Test number
    418129581166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail92,118 miles6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,118 miles
    Test number
    608766281170
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureRear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

  23. Pass83,633 km (+1,069)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    83,633 km
    Test number
    382065189288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail82,564 km4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,564 km
    Test number
    624114669270
    • FailureFront Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureFront Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureRear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  25. Fail65,587 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,587 miles
    Test number
    604080998189
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  26. Pass65,587 km
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    65,587 km
    Test number
    660010998108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T865 LRN

Does T865 LRN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T865 LRN is valid until 22 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T865 LRN?
The MOT on T865 LRN is valid until 22 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T865 LRN done?
T865 LRN was recorded at 128,853 miles at its MOT on 15 Jul 2026, an average of 3,511 miles a year.
Has T865 LRN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T865 LRN has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on T865 LRN ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 5 Oct 2017. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T865 LRN find?
T865 LRN passed its latest MOT on 15 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light lens damaged; oil leak, but not excessive steering box.

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