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Land Rover Discovery

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

T953 MABMOT history

T953 MAB is a blue diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 28 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 20 Oct 2023 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 138,304 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Oct 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 20 Oct 2023
Mileage
138,304 mi
At MOT on 21 Oct 2022
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,652 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T953 MAB
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
28 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
21 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T953 MAB was last recorded at 138,304 miles on 21 Oct 2022, 8,861 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jul 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
129,443 miles · 2 Jul 2021
Between the last two tests
8,861 miles
Average per year
5,652 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 138,304 miles
  • 2021 – 129,443 miles
  • 2019 – 107,601 miles
  • 2018 – 103,651 miles
  • 2017 – 101,288 miles
  • 2016 – 97,908 miles
  • 2015 – 93,468 miles
  • 2014 – 87,760 miles
  • 2013 – 83,659 miles
  • 2012 – 78,965 miles
  • 2011 – 74,963 miles
  • 2010 – 69,659 miles
  • 2009 – 63,975 miles
  • 2008 – 58,309 miles
  • 2007 – 51,729 miles
  • 2006 – 45,651 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass138,304 miles
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill end (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

23 tests since 31 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass138,304 miles (+8,861)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    138,304 miles
    Test number
    597393088776
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill end (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass129,443 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    129,443 miles
    Test number
    532479199807
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  3. Fail129,443 miles (+21,842)2 repaired2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,443 miles
    Test number
    311698252272
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  4. Pass107,601 miles (+3,950)
    MOT expiry
    25 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    107,601 miles
    Test number
    761868225135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass103,651 miles (+2,363)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    103,651 miles
    Test number
    605432684343
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass101,288 miles (+3,380)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    101,288 miles
    Test number
    323510721451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass97,908 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    97,908 miles
    Test number
    857111634121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail97,908 miles (+4,440)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,908 miles
    Test number
    722835678293
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  9. Fail93,468 miles3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,468 miles
    Test number
    817235755184
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Pass93,468 miles (+5,708)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    93,468 miles
    Test number
    899365855138
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass87,760 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    87,760 miles
    Test number
    526093454101
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak

  12. Fail87,760 miles (+4,101)1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,760 miles
    Test number
    628593854158
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak

  13. Pass83,659 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    83,659 miles
    Test number
    258172363164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail83,659 miles (+4,694)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,659 miles
    Test number
    485422563135
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  15. Pass78,965 miles (+4,002)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    78,965 miles
    Test number
    545698452114
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  16. Pass74,963 miles (+5,304)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    74,963 miles
    Test number
    688297051134
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  17. Pass69,659 miles (+5,684)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    69,659 miles
    Test number
    374100960101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass63,975 miles (+5,666)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2010
    Odometer
    63,975 miles
    Test number
    241830949446

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass58,309 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2009
    Odometer
    58,309 miles
    Test number
    212701548198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail58,309 miles (+295)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,309 miles
    Test number
    604751148118
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  21. Fail58,014 miles (+6,285)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,014 miles
    Test number
    134354038159
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

  22. Pass51,729 miles (+6,078)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2008
    Odometer
    51,729 miles
    Test number
    432799147181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass45,651 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2007
    Odometer
    45,651 miles
    Test number
    964591556185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T953 MAB

Does T953 MAB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T953 MAB expired on 20 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T953 MAB?
The MOT on T953 MAB expired on 20 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T953 MAB done?
T953 MAB was recorded at 138,304 miles at its MOT on 21 Oct 2022, an average of 5,652 miles a year.
Has T953 MAB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T953 MAB has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jul 2021.
Has the mileage on T953 MAB 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 T953 MAB find?
T953 MAB passed its latest MOT on 21 Oct 2022 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside rear integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill end; nearside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 1 more.

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