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Land Rover Discovery

Bronze · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

T966 SDVMOT history

T966 SDV is a bronze diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 22 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 22 MOT tests, with 199,952 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Dec 2026
Mileage
199,952 mi
At MOT on 23 Dec 2025
MOT tests
22
20 passed · 2 failed
Per year
6,405 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T966 SDV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Bronze
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

T966 SDV was last recorded at 199,952 miles on 23 Dec 2025, 2,125 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
197,827 miles · 4 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
2,125 miles
Average per year
6,405 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 199,952 miles
  • 2024 – 197,827 miles
  • 2023 – 195,320 miles
  • 2022 – 191,129 miles
  • 2021 – 187,407 miles
  • 2020 – 184,139 miles
  • 2019 – 181,993 miles
  • 2018 – 177,618 miles
  • 2017 – 172,802 miles
  • 2016 – 170,200 miles
  • 2015 – 163,640 miles
  • 2014 – 160,901 miles
  • 2013 – 155,599 miles
  • 2012 – 147,016 miles
  • 2011 – 130,483 miles
  • 2010 – 117,273 miles
  • 2009 – 103,341 miles
  • 2008 – 93,916 miles
  • 2007 – 87,488 miles
  • 2006 – 75,372 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass199,952 miles
  • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gear box oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive leak from front diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transfer box oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySteering linkage ball joint has slight play ball joint to steering box arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass199,952 miles (+2,125)2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    199,952 miles
    Test number
    456500114167
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gear box oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive leak from front diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transfer box oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering linkage ball joint has slight play ball joint to steering box arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass197,827 miles (+2,507)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    197,827 miles
    Test number
    555053620791

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass195,320 miles (+4,191)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    195,320 miles
    Test number
    103904632062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass191,129 miles (+3,722)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    191,129 miles
    Test number
    804480910662

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass187,407 miles (+3,268)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    187,407 miles
    Test number
    830624780635

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass184,139 miles (+2,146)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    184,139 miles
    Test number
    337282672129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass181,993 miles (+4,375)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    181,993 miles
    Test number
    413818925481
    • AdvisoryCORROSION TO BOTH REAR CHASSIS

  8. Pass177,618 miles (+4,816)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    177,618 miles
    Test number
    243675198867

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass172,802 miles (+2,602)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    172,802 miles
    Test number
    913237558577

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass170,200 miles (+6,560)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    170,200 miles
    Test number
    985767030355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass163,640 miles (+2,739)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    163,640 miles
    Test number
    448320794588
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWipers poor

  12. Pass160,901 miles (+5,302)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    160,901 miles
    Test number
    626766844326
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  13. Pass155,599 miles (+8,583)7 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    155,599 miles
    Test number
    547440553337
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteProp-shaft universal joint worn

  14. Pass147,016 miles (+16,533)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    147,016 miles
    Test number
    146615932342
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  15. Pass130,483 miles (+13,210)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    130,483 miles
    Test number
    575057741393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass117,273 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    117,273 miles
    Test number
    640061750353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail117,269 miles (+13,928)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,269 miles
    Test number
    722808140301
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass103,341 miles (+9,425)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    103,341 miles
    Test number
    573606539314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail93,916 miles2 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,916 miles
    Test number
    444989398116
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leaks

  20. Pass93,916 miles (+6,428)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    93,916 miles
    Test number
    823859898187
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leaks

  21. Pass87,488 miles (+12,116)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    87,488 miles
    Test number
    990522397176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass75,372 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    75,372 miles
    Test number
    914033596152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T966 SDV

Does T966 SDV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T966 SDV is valid until 22 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on T966 SDV?
The MOT on T966 SDV 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 T966 SDV done?
T966 SDV was recorded at 199,952 miles at its MOT on 23 Dec 2025, an average of 6,405 miles a year.
Has T966 SDV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T966 SDV has failed 2 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Dec 2010.
Has the mileage on T966 SDV 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 T966 SDV find?
T966 SDV passed its latest MOT on 23 Dec 2025 with 2 minor defects and 9 advisories: nearside obligatory mirror slightly damaged; offside obligatory mirror slightly damaged; nearside rear upper anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play, and 8 more.

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