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Land Rover Discovery

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

T997 FUBMOT history

T997 FUB is a red diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 17 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 33 MOT tests, with 267,334 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 Apr 2027
Mileage
267,334 mi
At MOT on 31 Mar 2026
MOT tests
33
20 passed · 13 failed
Per year
10,935 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T997 FUB
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
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T997 FUB was last recorded at 267,334 miles on 31 Mar 2026, 5,174 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Apr 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 15 Jun 2012: 167,967 miles, lower than 167,987 miles on 7 Jun 2012.

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
262,160 miles · 9 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
5,174 miles
Average per year
10,935 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 267,334 miles
  • 2025 – 262,160 miles
  • 2024 – 259,572 miles
  • 2023 – 255,787 miles
  • 2022 – 249,744 miles
  • 2021 – 243,189 miles
  • 2020 – 236,173 miles
  • 2019 – 230,503 miles
  • 2016 – 221,954 miles
  • 2015 – 213,259 miles
  • 2014 – 196,729 miles
  • 2013 – 182,378 miles
  • 2012 – 167,967 miles
  • 2011 – 150,654 miles
  • 2010 – 128,812 miles
  • 2009 – 109,214 miles
  • 2008 – 84,601 miles
  • 2007 – 60,722 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass267,334 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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 Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test all rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear x2

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

33 tests since 23 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass267,334 miles (+5,174)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    267,334 miles
    Test number
    163714196930
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Pass262,160 miles (+2,588)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    262,160 miles
    Test number
    720664636437
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel pump area damp, but no leaks visible

  3. Pass259,572 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    259,572 miles
    Test number
    966525530137
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPassenger seat(s) missing at time of test all rear

  4. Fail259,567 miles (+3,780)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    259,567 miles
    Test number
    911182091552
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryPassenger seat(s) missing at time of test all rear

  5. Pass255,787 miles (+28)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    255,787 miles
    Test number
    294117964959
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear x2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (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 Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail255,759 miles (+6,015)6 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    255,759 miles
    Test number
    913541740824
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexi as marked (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear x2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (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 Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass249,744 miles (+11)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    249,744 miles
    Test number
    752561447991
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

  8. Fail249,733 miles (+6,544)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    249,733 miles
    Test number
    590675713290
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

  9. Pass243,189 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    243,189 miles
    Test number
    144466715543
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  10. Fail243,189 miles (+7,016)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    243,189 miles
    Test number
    352082820628
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  11. Pass236,173 miles (+24)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    236,173 miles
    Test number
    899765938192
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  12. Fail236,149 miles (+5,646)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    236,149 miles
    Test number
    793227032658
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. offside low (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  13. Pass230,503 miles (+8,549)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    230,503 miles
    Test number
    610263196680
    • MinorNearside Front Front passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

  14. Pass221,954 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    221,954 miles
    Test number
    218001174895

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail221,954 miles (+8,695)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    221,954 miles
    Test number
    982877856855
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

  16. Pass213,259 miles (+2,921)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    213,259 miles
    Test number
    420935448809
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass210,338 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    210,338 miles
    Test number
    546283555193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail210,338 miles (+13,609)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,338 miles
    Test number
    296402355176
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass196,729 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    196,729 miles
    Test number
    917310554108
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Fail196,729 miles (+14,351)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,729 miles
    Test number
    319868644171
    • FailureCentre Rear Upper Torque/reaction arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear exhaust damaged

  21. Pass182,378 miles (+14,411)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    182,378 miles
    Test number
    419945453174
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass167,967 miles (-20)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    167,967 miles
    Test number
    356417462118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail167,987 miles (+17,333)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,987 miles
    Test number
    997299152195
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  24. Pass150,654 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    150,654 miles
    Test number
    136448251181
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  25. Fail150,654 miles (+21,842)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,654 miles
    Test number
    986087151175
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  26. Pass128,812 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    128,812 miles
    Test number
    582641360199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail128,809 miles (+19,595)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,809 miles
    Test number
    900243550167
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureParking brake lever ratchet mechanism is broken (3.1.5)

  28. Pass109,214 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2010
    Odometer
    109,214 miles
    Test number
    112621639195
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteHand brake lever stiff

  29. Fail109,214 miles (+24,613)2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,214 miles
    Test number
    504731039129
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteHand brake lever stiff

  30. Pass84,601 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2009
    Odometer
    84,601 miles
    Test number
    494683838137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail84,601 miles (+23,879)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,601 miles
    Test number
    652813238196
    • Repaired at testNearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Lower Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  32. Pass60,722 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2008
    Odometer
    60,722 miles
    Test number
    273129427454
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  33. Pass71,612 km
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2007
    Odometer
    71,612 km
    Test number
    142213646179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T997 FUB

Does T997 FUB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T997 FUB is valid until 17 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T997 FUB?
The MOT on T997 FUB is valid until 17 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T997 FUB done?
T997 FUB was recorded at 267,334 miles at its MOT on 31 Mar 2026, an average of 10,935 miles a year.
Has T997 FUB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T997 FUB has failed 13 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on T997 FUB ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 15 Jun 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T997 FUB find?
T997 FUB passed its latest MOT on 31 Mar 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear nail in tyre; nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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