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Land Rover Discovery

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 3,947 cc

T8 SMMMOT history

T8 SMM is a blue petrol Land Rover Discovery first used on 16 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 1 Feb 2024 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 144,728 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Feb 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 1 Feb 2024
Mileage
144,728 mi
At MOT on 2 Feb 2023
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,174 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T8 SMM
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
16 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Feb 2024
Latest MOT test
2 Feb 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T8 SMM was last recorded at 144,728 miles on 2 Feb 2023, 209 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
144,519 miles · 19 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
209 miles
Average per year
5,174 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 144,728 miles
  • 2022 – 138,135 miles
  • 2021 – 138,126 miles
  • 2020 – 131,471 miles
  • 2019 – 126,393 miles
  • 2018 – 122,692 miles
  • 2017 – 115,298 miles
  • 2016 – 111,599 miles
  • 2015 – 109,215 miles
  • 2014 – 104,567 miles
  • 2013 – 96,648 miles
  • 2012 – 94,189 miles
  • 2010 – 93,719 miles
  • 2009 – 89,679 miles
  • 2008 – 81,549 miles
  • 2007 – 65,622 miles
  • 2006 – 56,728 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass144,728 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Offside Rear tyre perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2009

Full MOT history

25 tests since 30 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass144,728 miles (+209)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    144,728 miles
    Test number
    595066850802
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail144,519 miles (+6,384)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,519 miles
    Test number
    609360836733
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass138,135 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    138,135 miles
    Test number
    858341372690

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail138,126 miles (+6,655)11 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,126 miles
    Test number
    711100945473
    • MajorBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively damaged (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting all front (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting central sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass131,471 miles (+5,078)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    131,471 miles
    Test number
    132914875635

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass126,393 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    126,393 miles
    Test number
    457146850738

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail126,393 miles (+3,701)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,393 miles
    Test number
    795182248879
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  8. Pass122,692 miles (+7,394)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    122,692 miles
    Test number
    205705110094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass115,298 miles (+56)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    115,298 miles
    Test number
    986603850786
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  10. Fail115,242 miles (+3,643)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,242 miles
    Test number
    500383234376
    • FailureCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Braking system leaking caliper area (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perished
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine

  11. Pass111,599 miles (+2,384)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    111,599 miles
    Test number
    345473927107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass109,215 miles (+4,648)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    109,215 miles
    Test number
    293098710021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass104,567 miles (+7,919)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    104,567 miles
    Test number
    345346274200
    • NoteExhaust leak

  14. Pass96,648 miles (+2,459)7 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    96,648 miles
    Test number
    948425873293
    • NoteBoth headlamp lens glasses damaged
    • NoteExhaust leak from nearside CAT
    • NoteFront brake pads look low
    • NoteNearside side repeater slightly insecure
    • NoteOffside front seat belt buckle plastic surround missing
    • NoteSlight engine oil leak
    • NoteSome movement in offside rear anti-roll bar drop link

  15. Pass94,189 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    94,189 miles
    Test number
    867040482285
    • NoteOffside rtear tyre deflated
    • NoteRear bump stop missing

  16. Fail94,189 miles (+470)3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,189 miles
    Test number
    445256572286
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOffside rtear tyre deflated
    • NoteRear bump stop missing

  17. Pass93,719 miles (+38)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    93,719 miles
    Test number
    181113540400
    • NoteNearside rear retread tyre starting to deteriorate.

  18. Fail93,681 miles (+4,002)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,681 miles
    Test number
    744051140097
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteNearside rear retread tyre starting to deteriorate.

  19. Pass89,679 miles (+17)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    89,679 miles
    Test number
    492035439081
    • NoteRear shockabsorbers top bushes worn

  20. Fail89,662 miles (+8,113)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,662 miles
    Test number
    334660839095
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteRear shockabsorbers top bushes worn

  21. Pass81,549 miles (+435)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    81,549 miles
    Test number
    473212238015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail81,114 miles (+15,492)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,114 miles
    Test number
    473165428046
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  23. Fail65,622 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,622 miles
    Test number
    352742427073
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteRear shock absorber bushes worn

  24. Pass65,622 miles (+8,894)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    65,622 miles
    Test number
    843762627021
    • NoteRear shock absorber bushes worn

  25. Pass56,728 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    56,728 miles
    Test number
    380160036063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T8 SMM

Does T8 SMM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T8 SMM expired on 1 Feb 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T8 SMM?
The MOT on T8 SMM expired on 1 Feb 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T8 SMM done?
T8 SMM was recorded at 144,728 miles at its MOT on 2 Feb 2023, an average of 5,174 miles a year.
Has T8 SMM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T8 SMM has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on T8 SMM 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 T8 SMM find?
T8 SMM passed its latest MOT on 2 Feb 2023 with 2 advisories: nearside rear seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive; offside rear seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive.

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