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Land Rover Discovery

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

T890 BFEMOT history

T890 BFE is a blue diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 22 Dec 2026 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 189,197 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Dec 2026
Mileage
189,197 mi
At MOT on 23 Dec 2025
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,263 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T890 BFE
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
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
23 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T890 BFE was last recorded at 189,197 miles on 23 Dec 2025, 21 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Dec 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 21 Aug 2008: 47,162 miles, lower than 94,489 miles on 11 Sept 2007.

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
189,176 miles · 22 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
21 miles
Average per year
5,263 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 189,197 miles
  • 2024 – 184,751 miles
  • 2023 – 175,838 miles
  • 2022 – 168,124 miles
  • 2021 – 162,123 miles
  • 2020 – 161,303 miles
  • 2019 – 158,693 miles
  • 2017 – 157,986 miles
  • 2016 – 153,723 miles
  • 2015 – 149,542 miles
  • 2014 – 142,765 miles
  • 2013 – 130,375 miles
  • 2012 – 118,550 miles
  • 2011 – 111,957 miles
  • 2010 – 103,354 miles
  • 2009 – 100,319 miles
  • 2008 – 47,162 miles
  • 2007 – 94,489 miles
  • 2006 – 86,439 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass189,197 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Chassis corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Underside muddy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Underneath/ components are covered in waxoyl

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front OIL LEAK

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

32 tests since 14 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass189,197 miles (+21)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    189,197 miles
    Test number
    732306667817
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  2. Fail189,176 miles (+4,425)1 dangerous12 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,176 miles
    Test number
    302025950899
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Prop shaft securing bolt loose (6.1.7 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-lock braking system wiring excessively damaged (1.6 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass184,751 miles (+8,913)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    184,751 miles
    Test number
    441608352579
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive HEAVILY COATED (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass175,838 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    175,838 miles
    Test number
    532006714060
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryALL TYRES PERISHED ON SIDEWALLS
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play NSR AND OSR (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement OSR SUSPENSION ARM BUSHES WORN (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail175,838 miles (+7,714)2 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,838 miles
    Test number
    162230253789
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryALL TYRES PERISHED ON SIDEWALLS
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play NSR AND OSR (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement OSR SUSPENSION ARM BUSHES WORN (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass168,124 miles (+42)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    168,124 miles
    Test number
    318905486691
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChassis corroded
    • AdvisoryUnderside muddy

  7. Fail168,082 miles (+5,959)1 dangerous9 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,082 miles
    Test number
    518133638341
    • DangerousOffside Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded and functionality of the braking system is affected inner arch (1.1.21 (e) (ii))
    • MajorBrake prescribed area is excessively corroded abs pump location (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting 2nd from front (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting 3rd from front (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting 2nd from front (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting 3rd from front (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength both rear spring mounts (chassis) (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChassis corroded
    • AdvisoryUnderside muddy

  8. Pass162,123 miles (+820)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    162,123 miles
    Test number
    223526406804
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderneath/ components are covered in waxoyl

  9. Pass161,303 miles (+2,610)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    161,303 miles
    Test number
    799365371187
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryUnderneath/ components are covered in waxoyl

  10. Pass158,693 miles (+707)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    158,693 miles
    Test number
    353207642181
    • AdvisoryChassis has corrosion

  11. Pass157,986 miles (+4,263)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    157,986 miles
    Test number
    189043043994
    • AdvisoryBoth front lower ball joint dust cover perished
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryOsf drop link has slight play
    • AdvisoryOsf tyre has cut to tread. not deep enough to reach cords or ply
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle corroded

  12. Pass153,723 miles (+105)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    153,723 miles
    Test number
    979917973544

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail153,618 miles (+4,076)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,618 miles
    Test number
    377337337939
    • FailureFuel system component leaking ENGINE AREA (7.2.3)

  14. Pass149,542 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    149,542 miles
    Test number
    315118498389
    • AdvisoryOffside Front OIL LEAK

  15. Fail149,541 miles (+6,776)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,541 miles
    Test number
    511935382764
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Fuel system component leaking filter housing (7.2.3)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOIL LEAKING FROM GEARBOX
    • AdvisoryOffside Front OIL LEAK

  16. Pass142,765 miles (+2)3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    142,765 miles
    Test number
    575136894220
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteExhaust system corroded
    • NoteFront body mount brackets corroded and various other areas of corrosion
    • NoteOffside suspension unit leaking

  17. Fail142,763 miles (+12,388)4 dangerous9 failures3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,763 miles
    Test number
    365489684429
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)
    • DangerousOffside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureBrake drum contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteExhaust system corroded
    • NoteFront body mount brackets corroded and various other areas of corrosion
    • NoteOffside suspension unit leaking

  18. Pass130,375 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    130,375 miles
    Test number
    276107983212
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Fluid suspension unit supply pipe corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteAll 4 front pipes from hi-cad unit under O/S floor area slightly damp
    • NoteRear exhaust joint corroded

  19. Fail130,375 miles (+11,825)3 failures5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,375 miles
    Test number
    648297483209
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Fluid suspension unit supply pipe corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteAll 4 front pipes from hi-cad unit under O/S floor area slightly damp
    • NoteRear exhaust joint corroded

  20. Pass118,550 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    118,550 miles
    Test number
    629603392206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail118,550 miles (+6,593)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,550 miles
    Test number
    217578772291
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  22. Pass111,957 miles (+470)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    111,957 miles
    Test number
    349108091238
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront brake discs slight worn
    • NoteNearside front tyre sidewall damage
    • NoteO/s front tyre worn inside edge

  23. Pass111,487 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    111,487 miles
    Test number
    787875931267
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake juddering slightly (3.7.C.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteOil leak

  24. Fail111,487 miles (+8,133)2 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,487 miles
    Test number
    627825931283
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake juddering slightly (3.7.C.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteOil leak

  25. Pass103,354 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    103,354 miles
    Test number
    942582430212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail103,354 miles (+3,035)2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,354 miles
    Test number
    141538520210
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront brake discs slight worn
    • NoteOffside headlamp output slight reduced

  27. Pass100,319 miles (+6)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    100,319 miles
    Test number
    953727749294
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteBrake noise/rubbing on lock
    • NoteRear ace actuator leaking

  28. Fail100,313 miles (+53,151)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,313 miles
    Test number
    183006249241
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteBrake noise/rubbing on lock
    • NoteRear ace actuator leaking

  29. Pass47,162 miles (-47,327)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    47,162 miles
    Test number
    812414838274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass94,489 miles (+2,696)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    94,489 miles
    Test number
    332394557467

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass91,793 miles (+5,354)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    91,793 miles
    Test number
    484988607000
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  32. Pass86,439 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    86,439 miles
    Test number
    660075066152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T890 BFE

Does T890 BFE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T890 BFE is valid until 22 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on T890 BFE?
The MOT on T890 BFE is valid until 22 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T890 BFE done?
T890 BFE was recorded at 189,197 miles at its MOT on 23 Dec 2025, an average of 5,263 miles a year.
Has T890 BFE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T890 BFE has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on T890 BFE ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 21 Aug 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T890 BFE find?
T890 BFE passed its latest MOT on 23 Dec 2025 with 2 minor defects: nearside registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view.

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