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Land Rover Discovery

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

T956 XPAMOT history

T956 XPA is a red diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 1 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 4 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 22 MOT tests, with 122,990 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 Apr 2027
Mileage
122,990 mi
At MOT on 4 Apr 2026
MOT tests
22
20 passed · 2 failed
Per year
4,590 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T956 XPA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T956 XPA was last recorded at 122,990 miles on 4 Apr 2026, 3,525 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
119,465 miles · 5 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
3,525 miles
Average per year
4,590 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 122,990 miles
  • 2025 – 119,465 miles
  • 2024 – 116,134 miles
  • 2023 – 112,789 miles
  • 2022 – 109,604 miles
  • 2021 – 104,425 miles
  • 2020 – 96,686 miles
  • 2019 – 88,930 miles
  • 2018 – 85,087 miles
  • 2016 – 81,179 miles
  • 2015 – 75,575 miles
  • 2014 – 65,816 miles
  • 2013 – 54,390 miles
  • 2012 – 52,016 miles
  • 2011 – 50,069 miles
  • 2010 – 48,228 miles
  • 2009 – 45,310 miles
  • 2008 – 41,493 miles
  • 2007 – 37,008 miles
  • 2006 – 32,234 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,990 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.

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

22 tests since 26 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass122,990 miles (+3,525)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    122,990 miles
    Test number
    823708788803

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass119,465 miles (+3,331)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    119,465 miles
    Test number
    321761301442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass116,134 miles (+3,345)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    116,134 miles
    Test number
    106440893508
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))
  4. Pass112,789 miles (+3,185)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    112,789 miles
    Test number
    417055131478
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  5. Pass109,604 miles (+5,179)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    109,604 miles
    Test number
    848596807056
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  6. Pass104,425 miles (+7,739)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    104,425 miles
    Test number
    840411675073
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  7. Pass96,686 miles (+7,756)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    96,686 miles
    Test number
    918709964674

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass88,930 miles (+3,843)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    88,930 miles
    Test number
    780002150878

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass85,087 miles (+3,908)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    85,087 miles
    Test number
    338969821814
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
  10. Pass81,179 miles (+5,604)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    81,179 miles
    Test number
    304609410852

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass75,575 miles (+9,759)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    75,575 miles
    Test number
    819437705268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass65,816 miles (+11,426)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    65,816 miles
    Test number
    378647404485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass54,390 miles (+2,374)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    54,390 miles
    Test number
    668383973155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass52,016 miles (+1,947)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    52,016 miles
    Test number
    507434082106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass50,069 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    50,069 miles
    Test number
    699264761125
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
  16. Fail50,069 miles (+1,841)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,069 miles
    Test number
    807574061112
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
  17. Pass48,228 miles (+2,918)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    48,228 miles
    Test number
    121103870166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass45,310 miles (+3,817)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    45,310 miles
    Test number
    451620369152
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • NoteHandbrake has long travel
  19. Pass41,493 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    41,493 miles
    Test number
    310558568197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail41,493 miles (+4,485)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,493 miles
    Test number
    704798968129
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
  21. Pass37,008 miles (+4,774)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    37,008 miles
    Test number
    614086277140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass32,234 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    32,234 miles
    Test number
    681067776150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T956 XPA

Does T956 XPA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T956 XPA is valid until 4 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T956 XPA?
The MOT on T956 XPA is valid until 4 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T956 XPA done?
T956 XPA was recorded at 122,990 miles at its MOT on 4 Apr 2026, an average of 4,590 miles a year.
Has T956 XPA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T956 XPA has failed 2 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jun 2011.
Has the mileage on T956 XPA 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 T956 XPA find?
T956 XPA passed its latest MOT on 4 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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