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Land Rover Discovery

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 3,947 cc

T872 RPAMOT history

T872 RPA is a blue petrol Land Rover Discovery first used on 23 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 28 Apr 2024 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 97,716 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Apr 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 28 Apr 2024
Mileage
97,716 mi
At MOT on 29 Apr 2023
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,850 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T872 RPA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,947 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
23 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
29 Apr 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T872 RPA was last recorded at 97,716 miles on 29 Apr 2023, 1,883 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,833 miles · 20 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
1,883 miles
Average per year
2,850 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 97,716 miles
  • 2022 – 95,833 miles
  • 2021 – 94,789 miles
  • 2019 – 93,472 miles
  • 2018 – 92,253 miles
  • 2017 – 90,730 miles
  • 2016 – 89,851 miles
  • 2015 – 89,765 miles
  • 2014 – 89,587 miles
  • 2013 – 88,677 miles
  • 2012 – 86,920 miles
  • 2011 – 85,489 miles
  • 2010 – 83,270 miles
  • 2009 – 71,801 miles
  • 2008 – 67,494 miles
  • 2007 – 57,774 miles
  • 2006 – 49,130 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,716 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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Service brake is causing the vehicle to swerve to the nearside (3.7.C.2)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

Full MOT history

24 tests since 12 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,716 miles (+1,883)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    97,716 miles
    Test number
    559348430603

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass95,833 miles (+1,044)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    95,833 miles
    Test number
    891906768400
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering linkage ball joint has slight play joint on hub side off arm from steering box (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass94,789 miles (+1,317)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    94,789 miles
    Test number
    917008217740
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass93,472 miles (+1,219)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    93,472 miles
    Test number
    717048998182
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass92,253 miles (+1,523)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    92,253 miles
    Test number
    707434575604
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass90,730 miles (+879)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    90,730 miles
    Test number
    359765101902
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  7. Pass89,851 miles (+86)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    89,851 miles
    Test number
    829990333134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass89,765 miles (+178)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    89,765 miles
    Test number
    783597084450

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass89,587 miles (+7)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    89,587 miles
    Test number
    967220634304
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)
    • NoteRear centre upper light inop

  10. Fail89,580 miles (+903)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,580 miles
    Test number
    285441964274
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Anti-roll bar missing (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureRear Anti-roll bar missing (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  11. Pass88,677 miles (+12)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    88,677 miles
    Test number
    837126773253
    • 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)

  12. Fail88,665 miles (+1,745)1 dangerous7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,665 miles
    Test number
    537123963205
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureService brake is causing the vehicle to swerve to the nearside (3.7.C.2)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)
    • 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)

  13. Pass86,920 miles (+9)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    86,920 miles
    Test number
    808765482259
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

  14. Fail86,911 miles (+1,422)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,911 miles
    Test number
    436741972250
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass85,489 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    85,489 miles
    Test number
    627745761261
    • 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)

  16. Fail85,477 miles (+12)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,477 miles
    Test number
    926345361210
    • FailureService brake is causing the vehicle to swerve to the nearside (3.7.C.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)

  17. Fail85,465 miles (+2,195)1 dangerous3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,465 miles
    Test number
    609699001291
    • DangerousNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureService brake is causing the vehicle to swerve to the nearside (3.7.C.2)

  18. Pass83,270 miles (+11,469)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2011
    Odometer
    83,270 miles
    Test number
    864857640165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass71,801 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    71,801 miles
    Test number
    230892479006
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail71,801 miles (+4,307)3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,801 miles
    Test number
    491102979095
    • Repaired at testCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass67,494 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    67,494 miles
    Test number
    130795598463
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Fail67,494 miles (+9,720)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,494 miles
    Test number
    981775898059
    • Repaired at testOffside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass57,774 miles (+8,644)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    57,774 miles
    Test number
    643342597072
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  24. Pass49,130 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    49,130 miles
    Test number
    224622106434

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T872 RPA

Does T872 RPA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T872 RPA expired on 28 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T872 RPA?
The MOT on T872 RPA expired on 28 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T872 RPA done?
T872 RPA was recorded at 97,716 miles at its MOT on 29 Apr 2023, an average of 2,850 miles a year.
Has T872 RPA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T872 RPA has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Sept 2014.
Has the mileage on T872 RPA 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 T872 RPA find?
T872 RPA passed its latest MOT on 29 Apr 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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