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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
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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.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
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

Fail156,831 miles
  • 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))

What MOT failures 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 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.

  1. 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))
  2. Pass156,714 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    156,714 miles
    Test number
    208397311679

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. 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))
  4. 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))
  5. 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
  6. 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))
  7. Pass124,687 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    124,687 miles
    Test number
    765068445939

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. 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
  9. 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)
  10. 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)
  11. 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)
  12. 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
  13. 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)
  14. 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)
  15. 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
  16. 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
  17. 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)
  18. Pass88,243 miles (+6,595)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2014
    Odometer
    88,243 miles
    Test number
    288999703188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. 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)
  20. 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)
  21. 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)
  22. 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.
  23. 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.
  24. Pass70,332 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    70,332 miles
    Test number
    130583369491

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. 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)
  26. Pass63,729 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    63,729 miles
    Test number
    904110868009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. 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
  28. 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)
  29. 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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