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Land Rover Discovery

Black · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

V657 YBEMOT history

V657 YBE is a black diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 12 Oct 2027 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 96,992 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Oct 2026.

V657 YBE black Land Rover Discovery – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Land Rover Discovery, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 12 Oct 2027
Mileage
96,992 mi
At MOT on 12 Oct 2026
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,957 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V657 YBE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V657 YBE was last recorded at 96,992 miles on 12 Oct 2026, 3,378 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,614 miles · 13 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
3,378 miles
Average per year
2,957 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 96,992 miles
  • 2025 – 93,614 miles
  • 2024 – 88,798 miles
  • 2023 – 83,602 miles
  • 2022 – 76,164 miles
  • 2018 – 75,882 miles
  • 2017 – 74,699 miles
  • 2016 – 73,296 miles
  • 2015 – 69,779 miles
  • 2014 – 62,235 miles
  • 2013 – 58,932 miles
  • 2012 – 54,510 miles
  • 2011 – 49,224 miles
  • 2010 – 46,603 miles
  • 2009 – 43,204 miles
  • 2008 – 41,732 miles
  • 2007 – 38,630 miles
  • 2006 – 37,172 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,992 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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 pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear pipes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2008

Full MOT history

23 tests since 19 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass96,992 miles (+3,378)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    96,992 miles
    Test number
    633245286553
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass93,614 miles (+46)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    93,614 miles
    Test number
    252308905222
    • AdvisoryAll brake pipes covered in grease or other material
    • AdvisoryUnderbody of vehicle undersealed

  3. Fail93,568 miles (+4,770)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,568 miles
    Test number
    772321451930
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Oil leak, but not excessive Transfer box and Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test plus seatbelts and clips

  4. Pass88,798 miles (+5,196)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    88,798 miles
    Test number
    210499294644

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass83,602 miles (+7,438)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    83,602 miles
    Test number
    963470080894

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass76,164 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    76,164 miles
    Test number
    217926662717
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Fail76,164 miles (+282)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,164 miles
    Test number
    275819965590
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Pass75,882 miles (+1,183)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    75,882 miles
    Test number
    819896142358
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rears x2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass74,699 miles (+1,403)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    74,699 miles
    Test number
    143200766362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass73,296 miles (+3,517)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    73,296 miles
    Test number
    870866347043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass69,779 miles (+7,544)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    69,779 miles
    Test number
    299980313406

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass62,235 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    62,235 miles
    Test number
    215507874432
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteO/s/r chassis leg corrodid
    • NoteVehicle has been waxoyled underneath

  13. Fail62,235 miles (+3,303)3 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,235 miles
    Test number
    279097074142
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteO/s/r chassis leg corrodid
    • NoteVehicle has been waxoyled underneath

  14. Pass58,932 miles (+4,422)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    58,932 miles
    Test number
    305042183172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass54,510 miles (+5,286)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    54,510 miles
    Test number
    707887772144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass49,224 miles (+2,621)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    49,224 miles
    Test number
    179596281127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass46,603 miles (+3,399)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    46,603 miles
    Test number
    240278080155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass43,204 miles (+1,472)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    43,204 miles
    Test number
    350689789155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass41,732 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    41,732 miles
    Test number
    554024308281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail41,726 miles (+3,096)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,726 miles
    Test number
    842714308296
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Pass38,630 miles (+1,458)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    38,630 miles
    Test number
    850844807268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass37,172 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    37,172 miles
    Test number
    172190806239
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Fail37,172 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,172 miles
    Test number
    250340406297
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Questions about V657 YBE

Does V657 YBE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V657 YBE is valid until 12 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on V657 YBE?
The MOT on V657 YBE is valid until 12 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V657 YBE done?
V657 YBE was recorded at 96,992 miles at its MOT on 12 Oct 2026, an average of 2,957 miles a year.
Has V657 YBE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V657 YBE has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on V657 YBE 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 V657 YBE find?
V657 YBE passed its latest MOT on 12 Oct 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside rear direction indicator slightly discoloured; nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside rear direction indicator slightly discoloured, and 2 more.

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