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Land Rover Discovery

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 3,947 cc

T997 XPPMOT history

T997 XPP is a blue petrol Land Rover Discovery first used on 25 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 2 Aug 2025 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 131,430 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Aug 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 2 Aug 2025
Mileage
131,430 mi
At MOT on 3 Aug 2024
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,180 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T997 XPP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,947 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
25 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
3 Aug 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T997 XPP was last recorded at 131,430 miles on 3 Aug 2024, 482 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jul 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,948 miles · 22 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
482 miles
Average per year
2,180 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 131,430 miles
  • 2023 – 130,948 miles
  • 2022 – 130,862 miles
  • 2021 – 130,388 miles
  • 2019 – 129,683 miles
  • 2018 – 127,856 miles
  • 2017 – 126,148 miles
  • 2016 – 119,484 miles
  • 2015 – 117,999 miles
  • 2014 – 115,073 miles
  • 2013 – 112,663 miles
  • 2012 – 110,022 miles
  • 2011 – 107,565 miles
  • 2010 – 103,241 miles
  • 2009 – 97,392 miles
  • 2007 – 95,673 miles
  • 2006 – 91,679 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass131,430 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryDriver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (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 Front Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

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.

  • Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Under body corrosion to vehicle

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

22 tests since 11 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass131,430 miles2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    131,430 miles
    Test number
    207471197284
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDriver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (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 Front Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

  2. Fail131,430 miles (+482)1 repaired2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,430 miles
    Test number
    699747005733
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDriver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (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 Front Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

  3. Pass130,948 miles (+86)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    130,948 miles
    Test number
    592396562706
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded N/S + O/S (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTowball/hitch not fitted at time of test
    • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch All Four

  4. Fail130,862 miles (+474)1 dangerous16 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,862 miles
    Test number
    495991247095
    • DangerousOffside Rear Vehicle structure is so weakened by corrosion within 30cm of a towbar mounting, the towbar is likely to become detached chassis (6.1.6 (i) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • 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 Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside 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))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop arm (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass130,388 miles (+3)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    130,388 miles
    Test number
    560037397312
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body corrosion to vehicle

  6. Fail130,385 miles (+702)5 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,385 miles
    Test number
    604859443553
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases downpipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body corrosion to vehicle

  7. Pass129,683 miles (+1,827)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    129,683 miles
    Test number
    845707309252
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp has less than 1/2 LEDs not functioning (4.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisorySuspension component modified but not seriously weakened steering box (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underneath

  8. Pass127,856 miles (+1,708)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    127,856 miles
    Test number
    510284406024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass126,148 miles (+6,664)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    126,148 miles
    Test number
    472892477899

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass119,484 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    119,484 miles
    Test number
    340912645101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail119,484 miles (+1,485)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,484 miles
    Test number
    253090280153
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  12. Pass117,999 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    117,999 miles
    Test number
    743074378184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail117,999 miles (+2,926)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,999 miles
    Test number
    634620039513
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play second from box (2.2.B.1f)

  14. Pass115,073 miles (+2,410)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    115,073 miles
    Test number
    855456454222
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass112,663 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    112,663 miles
    Test number
    916091773207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail112,663 miles (+2,641)1 failure5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,663 miles
    Test number
    656571573229
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass110,022 miles (+2,457)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    110,022 miles
    Test number
    245212652287
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteHigh level brake light inop

  18. Pass107,565 miles (+4,324)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    107,565 miles
    Test number
    727558051268
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front position lamp(s) obscured but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3c)

  19. Pass103,241 miles (+5,849)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    103,241 miles
    Test number
    273007950278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass97,392 miles (+1,719)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    97,392 miles
    Test number
    130599159260
    • NoteFront and rear brakediscs worn
    • NoteN/s/r bumper insecure
    • NoteWindscreen washers weak

  21. Pass95,673 miles (+3,994)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2008
    Odometer
    95,673 miles
    Test number
    634244037166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass91,679 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2007
    Odometer
    91,679 miles
    Test number
    261081936190
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Questions about T997 XPP

Does T997 XPP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T997 XPP expired on 2 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T997 XPP?
The MOT on T997 XPP expired on 2 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T997 XPP done?
T997 XPP was recorded at 131,430 miles at its MOT on 3 Aug 2024, an average of 2,180 miles a year.
Has T997 XPP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T997 XPP has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on T997 XPP 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 T997 XPP find?
T997 XPP passed its latest MOT on 3 Aug 2024 with 2 minor defects and 9 advisories: registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; driver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed, and 8 more.

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