
Land Rover Discovery
Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc
T988 VAMMOT history
T988 VAM is a blue diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 15 Jan 2024 and it has passed 17 of 29 MOT tests, with 156,831 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jan 2026.
- MOT
- Expired
- On 15 Jan 2024
- Mileage
- 156,831 mi
- At MOT on 14 Jan 2026
- MOT tests
- 29
- 17 passed · 12 failed
- Per year
- 5,364 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- T988 VAM
- 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
- 31 Dec 1999
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 15 Jan 2024
- Latest MOT test
- 14 Jan 2026 (Fail)
Mileage history
T988 VAM was last recorded at 156,831 miles on 14 Jan 2026, 117 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jan 2023.
- Previous MOT
- 156,714 miles · 16 Jan 2023
- Between the last two tests
- 117 miles
- Average per year
- 5,364 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 156,831 miles
- 2023 – 156,714 miles
- 2021 – 152,355 miles
- 2019 – 142,931 miles
- 2018 – 124,687 miles
- 2017 – 112,292 miles
- 2016 – 107,980 miles
- 2015 – 102,659 miles
- 2014 – 95,985 miles
- 2013 – 93,809 miles
- 2012 – 81,648 miles
- 2011 – 79,406 miles
- 2010 – 73,282 miles
- 2009 – 70,332 miles
- 2008 – 63,729 miles
- 2007 – 56,822 miles
- 2006 – 51,748 miles
What the latest MOT found
- DangerousOffside Front Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a))
- DangerousOffside Front Inner Integral body structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering wheel arch area, within 30cm of brake component (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
- DangerousOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
- MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
- MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
- MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- MajorNearside Front All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
- MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively stretched (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover missing (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorPower steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))
- MajorRear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Rear fog lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.5.4 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
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 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Advisory6 MOTs, 2007–2016
Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both rear chassis legs and cross member.
Advisory2 MOTs, 2019
Towbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting
Advisory2 MOTs, 2019
Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chips.
Minor2 MOTs, 2019
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Advisory2 MOTs, 2013
Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Advisory2 MOTs, 2013
Full MOT history
29 tests since 13 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Fail156,831 miles (+117)3 dangerous12 major10 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 156,831 miles
- Test number
- 984163317790
- DangerousOffside Front Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a))
- DangerousOffside Front Inner Integral body structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering wheel arch area, within 30cm of brake component (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
- DangerousOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
- MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
- MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
- MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- MajorNearside Front All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
- MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively stretched (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover missing (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorPower steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))
- MajorRear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Rear fog lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.5.4 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
Pass156,714 miles
- MOT expiry
- 15 Jan 2024
- Odometer
- 156,714 miles
- Test number
- 208397311679
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail156,714 miles (+4,359)1 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 156,714 miles
- Test number
- 514538398509
- Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Pass152,355 miles (+9,424)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 22 Jan 2022
- Odometer
- 152,355 miles
- Test number
- 796468226695
- AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Pass142,931 miles1 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 13 Dec 2020
- Odometer
- 142,931 miles
- Test number
- 738720140172
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chips. (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPassenger seat(s) missing at time of test all rear seats
- AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both rear chassis legs and cross member. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryTowbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
- AdvisoryParking brake has little reserve travel
Fail142,931 miles (+18,244)4 dangerous10 major1 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 142,931 miles
- Test number
- 915426682579
- DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
- DangerousNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint likely to become detached Is detatched. (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
- DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
- DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
- MajorCentral Oil leaking excessively from transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- MajorCentral Rear Seat belt damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Upper and lower. (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Upper and lower joints. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Upper and lower. (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Seat belt damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- MajorRoad wheel fixing missing All wheels have one nut missing. (5.2.1 (a) (i))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chips. (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Hub seal leaking.
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both rear chassis legs and cross member. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryTowbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
Pass124,687 miles
- MOT expiry
- 4 Jun 2019
- Odometer
- 124,687 miles
- Test number
- 765068445939
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail124,667 miles (+12,375)6 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 124,667 miles
- Test number
- 819851740827
- MajorHeadlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
- MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
- MajorOffside Front Direction indicator lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
- MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Fog light full of water
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower light lens loose
Pass112,292 miles6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 1 Jun 2018
- Odometer
- 112,292 miles
- Test number
- 308121797767
- AdvisoryCentral Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
- AdvisoryFront Propshaft universal joint worn
- AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
Fail112,292 miles (+4,312)2 repaired6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 112,292 miles
- Test number
- 794584050439
- Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- AdvisoryCentral Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
- AdvisoryFront Propshaft universal joint worn
- AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
Pass107,980 miles (+5,321)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 27 May 2017
- Odometer
- 107,980 miles
- Test number
- 181755322952
- AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
- AdvisoryRear axle tie bar pivot bushes have play in
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Pass102,659 miles (+6,674)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 27 May 2016
- Odometer
- 102,659 miles
- Test number
- 948728115108
- NoteBoth rear tyres starting to deteriorate
Pass95,985 miles3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 27 May 2015
- Odometer
- 95,985 miles
- Test number
- 855608744108
- AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
- AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
Fail95,985 miles (+2,176)1 failure3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 95,985 miles
- Test number
- 145228644149
- FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
- AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
- AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
Pass93,809 miles (+1)2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 13 Oct 2014
- Odometer
- 93,809 miles
- Test number
- 465287883287
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- NoteNot all brake pipes visible
Fail93,808 miles (+5,565)3 failures2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 93,808 miles
- Test number
- 339686373446
- FailureNearside Front Body has a projection caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
- FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- NoteNot all brake pipes visible
Fail88,243 miles3 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 88,243 miles
- Test number
- 277669803181
- Repaired at testBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
- Repaired at testBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
- Repaired at testBrake pedal creeps down while the pedal is held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)
Pass88,243 miles (+6,595)
- MOT expiry
- 13 May 2014
- Odometer
- 88,243 miles
- Test number
- 288999703188
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass81,648 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 13 May 2013
- Odometer
- 81,648 miles
- Test number
- 638275332179
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Fail81,648 miles (+2,242)3 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 81,648 miles
- Test number
- 657981832122
- FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Pass79,406 miles (+6,124)1 dangerous2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 3 May 2012
- Odometer
- 79,406 miles
- Test number
- 158204321158
- DangerousAdvise, front propshaft joint very badly worn and in danger of failure.
- AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Pass73,282 miles1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- 19 Mar 2011
- Odometer
- 73,282 miles
- Test number
- 540214060064
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- NoteSmall oil leak from steering box.
Fail73,282 miles (+2,950)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 73,282 miles
- Test number
- 962511760012
- FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- NoteRear bump stops missing
- NoteSmall oil leak from steering box.
Pass70,332 miles
- MOT expiry
- 19 Mar 2010
- Odometer
- 70,332 miles
- Test number
- 130583369491
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail70,332 miles (+6,603)2 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 70,332 miles
- Test number
- 924943569061
- FailureCentre Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
- FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incomplete (1.5.A1b)
Pass63,729 miles
- MOT expiry
- 19 Mar 2009
- Odometer
- 63,729 miles
- Test number
- 904110868009
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail63,729 miles (+6,907)1 failure1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 63,729 miles
- Test number
- 360609958022
- FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incomplete (1.5.A1b)
- NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Pass56,822 miles (+5,074)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 19 Mar 2008
- Odometer
- 56,822 miles
- Test number
- 782409277075
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Pass51,748 miles2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 12 Jun 2007
- Odometer
- 51,748 miles
- Test number
- 812784766166
- NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
- NoteNearside rear side lamp is dim
Questions about T988 VAM
- Does T988 VAM currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on T988 VAM expired on 15 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on T988 VAM?
- The MOT on T988 VAM expired on 15 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has T988 VAM done?
- T988 VAM was recorded at 156,831 miles at its MOT on 14 Jan 2026, an average of 5,364 miles a year.
- Has T988 VAM ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. T988 VAM has failed 12 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jan 2026.
- Has the mileage on T988 VAM 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 T988 VAM find?
- T988 VAM failed its latest MOT on 14 Jan 2026 with 3 dangerous defects, 12 major defects and 10 advisories: offside front brake hose damaged and likely to fail; offside front inner integral body structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering wheel arch area, within 30cm of brake component; offside front upper suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached, and 22 more.
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