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Land Rover Discovery

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

T970 LPVMOT history

T970 LPV is a red diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 7 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 22 Nov 2026 and it has passed 19 of 33 MOT tests, with 175,525 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Nov 2026
Mileage
175,525 mi
At MOT on 23 Nov 2025
MOT tests
33
19 passed · 14 failed
Per year
4,018 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T970 LPV
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
7 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
23 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T970 LPV was last recorded at 175,525 miles on 23 Nov 2025, 505 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Feb 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 1 Oct 2012: 131,276 miles, lower than 205,513 miles on 23 Sept 2011.
  • 2 Jan 2018: 153,159 miles, lower than 239,304 miles on 28 Oct 2016.

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
175,020 miles · 19 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
505 miles
Average per year
4,018 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 175,525 miles
  • 2024 – 175,020 miles
  • 2023 – 172,628 miles
  • 2022 – 170,300 miles
  • 2021 – 166,153 miles
  • 2019 – 162,058 miles
  • 2018 – 153,159 miles
  • 2016 – 239,304 miles
  • 2015 – 144,683 miles
  • 2014 – 139,580 miles
  • 2013 – 135,235 miles
  • 2012 – 131,276 miles
  • 2011 – 205,513 miles
  • 2010 – 123,202 miles
  • 2009 – 118,797 miles
  • 2008 – 115,762 miles
  • 2007 – 108,439 miles
  • 2006 – 97,627 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass175,525 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryManufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting full inspection
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • 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 Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear prop rubber cracking
  • AdvisoryUnder side of vehicle coated in under seal restricting inspection of body/chassis and pipes

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2013–2018

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view To right of drivers view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

33 tests since 5 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass175,525 miles14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    175,525 miles
    Test number
    207284661095
    • AdvisoryManufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting full inspection
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • 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 Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear prop rubber cracking
    • AdvisoryUnder side of vehicle coated in under seal restricting inspection of body/chassis and pipes

  2. Fail175,525 miles (+505)3 major14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,525 miles
    Test number
    557495317688
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryManufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting full inspection
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • 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 Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear prop rubber cracking
    • AdvisoryUnder side of vehicle coated in under seal restricting inspection of body/chassis and pipes

  3. Pass175,020 miles (+2,392)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    175,020 miles
    Test number
    262343820792
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass172,628 miles (+12)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    172,628 miles
    Test number
    136705148683
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view To right of drivers view (3.2 (a) (i))

  5. Fail172,616 miles (+2,316)4 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,616 miles
    Test number
    104629039505
    • MajorHeadlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Inside arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced Dipped beam (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view To right of drivers view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Pitted (strongly advise) (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass170,300 miles3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    170,300 miles
    Test number
    534863256855
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective flat

  7. Fail170,300 miles (+4,147)1 repaired3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,300 miles
    Test number
    581532903844
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective flat

  8. Pass166,153 miles (+4,095)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    166,153 miles
    Test number
    854117660103
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass162,058 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    162,058 miles
    Test number
    222765289995

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail162,058 miles (+4,608)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,058 miles
    Test number
    685313580218
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass157,450 miles (+4,291)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    157,450 miles
    Test number
    826733138641

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass153,159 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    153,159 miles
    Test number
    130408916312
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  13. Fail153,159 miles (-86,145)1 dangerous1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,159 miles
    Test number
    284055330611
    • DangerousNearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  14. Pass239,304 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    239,304 miles
    Test number
    336134014722
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  15. Fail239,304 miles (+94,621)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    239,304 miles
    Test number
    137815268014
    • FailureNearside Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  16. Pass144,683 miles (+5,103)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    144,683 miles
    Test number
    209046539639
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass139,580 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    139,580 miles
    Test number
    208774694258
    • NoteFront fog lamp not working

  18. Fail139,580 miles (+4,345)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,580 miles
    Test number
    359134294466
    • FailureFuel hose excessively chafed (7.2.2)
    • NoteFront fog lamp not working

  19. Pass135,235 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    135,235 miles
    Test number
    328776393264
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  20. Fail135,235 miles (+3,959)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,235 miles
    Test number
    355485393494
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  21. Fail131,276 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,276 miles
    Test number
    137555072289
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteOff side front brake has a slight bind

  22. Pass131,276 miles (-74,237)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    131,276 miles
    Test number
    909195672226
    • NoteOff side front brake has a slight bind

  23. Pass205,513 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    205,513 miles
    Test number
    627506861218
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  24. Fail205,513 miles (+82,311)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,513 miles
    Test number
    568435961225
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  25. Pass123,202 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    123,202 miles
    Test number
    574178270289
    • NoteSlight oil leak transfer box area

  26. Fail123,202 miles (+4,405)2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,202 miles
    Test number
    232868770227
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteSlight oil leak transfer box area

  27. Pass118,797 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    118,797 miles
    Test number
    201354369249
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteDrop arm ball joint has slight play

  28. Fail118,797 miles (+3,035)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,797 miles
    Test number
    451051669245
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteDrop arm ball joint has slight play

  29. Pass115,762 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    115,762 miles
    Test number
    292587998175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail115,762 miles (+7,323)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,762 miles
    Test number
    933203798103
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Service brake indicates brake bind (3.7.D.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.2c)
    • NoteOff side rear door cannot be opened. rear door cannot be opened.

  31. Pass108,439 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    108,439 miles
    Test number
    812220887189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail108,439 miles (+10,812)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,439 miles
    Test number
    891587577168
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Service brake indicates brake bind (3.7.D.2a)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • 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)

  33. Pass97,627 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    97,627 miles
    Test number
    184806486173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T970 LPV

Does T970 LPV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T970 LPV is valid until 22 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T970 LPV?
The MOT on T970 LPV is valid until 22 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T970 LPV done?
T970 LPV was recorded at 175,525 miles at its MOT on 23 Nov 2025, an average of 4,018 miles a year.
Has T970 LPV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T970 LPV has failed 14 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on T970 LPV ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 1 Oct 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T970 LPV find?
T970 LPV passed its latest MOT on 23 Nov 2025 with 14 advisories: manufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting full inspection; nearside front brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 11 more.

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