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Land Rover Discovery

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,495 cc

V659 JUYMOT history

V659 JUY is a blue diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 19 Nov 1999. Its MOT expired on 4 Apr 2025 and it has passed 16 of 28 MOT tests, with 200,584 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Apr 2024.

V659 JUY blue Land Rover Discovery – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Land Rover Discovery, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 4 Apr 2025
Mileage
200,584 mi
At MOT on 5 Apr 2024
MOT tests
28
16 passed · 12 failed
Per year
5,149 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V659 JUY
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
19 Nov 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Apr 2025
Latest MOT test
5 Apr 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

V659 JUY was last recorded at 200,584 miles on 5 Apr 2024, 33 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
200,551 miles · 26 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
33 miles
Average per year
5,149 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 200,584 miles
  • 2022 – 200,178 miles
  • 2020 – 197,997 miles
  • 2018 – 196,582 miles
  • 2017 – 192,606 miles
  • 2016 – 186,471 miles
  • 2015 – 180,230 miles
  • 2014 – 175,017 miles
  • 2013 – 169,002 miles
  • 2012 – 163,917 miles
  • 2011 – 157,574 miles
  • 2010 – 150,485 miles
  • 2009 – 138,972 miles
  • 2008 – 130,426 miles
  • 2007 – 112,347 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass200,584 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear axle seal has a slight leakRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s/f + both rears - N/S/R heavily perished close to showing cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryBody + chassis heavily corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisorySlight play in steering columnRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryWindscreen crackedRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2022

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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2007–2010

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced body + chassis

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear tyre slightly out of shape on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

28 tests since 14 Feb 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass200,584 miles (+33)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    200,584 miles
    Test number
    941103971607
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear axle seal has a slight leak
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s/f + both rears - N/S/R heavily perished close to showing cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBody + chassis heavily corroded
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering column
    • AdvisoryWindscreen cracked
  2. Fail200,551 miles (+373)7 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,551 miles
    Test number
    930085739947
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear axle seal has a slight leak
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s/f + both rears - N/S/R heavily perished close to showing cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBody + chassis heavily corroded
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering column
    • AdvisoryWindscreen cracked
  3. Pass200,178 miles (+2)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    200,178 miles
    Test number
    772096699463
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced body + chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre slightly out of shape on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight play at steering wheel
    • AdvisoryWindscreen cracked
  4. Fail200,176 miles (+2,179)12 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,176 miles
    Test number
    392488518673
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Passenger's seat with a defective structure (6.2.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength shock absorber mount - chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill panel + wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength shock absorber mount - chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced body + chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre slightly out of shape on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight play at steering wheel
    • AdvisoryWindscreen cracked
  5. Pass197,997 miles (+1,415)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    197,997 miles
    Test number
    826819939603
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Pass196,582 miles (+2)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    196,582 miles
    Test number
    641511447966
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive Shaft seal appears leaking. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Fail196,580 miles (+3,974)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,580 miles
    Test number
    745881574263
    • MajorExhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive Shaft seal appears leaking. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Pass192,606 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    192,606 miles
    Test number
    922019945382
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner wing has holes and corrosion
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside of vehicle chassis and suspension components
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside of vehicle chassis and suspension components
    • AdvisoryWiper linkage assembly worn
  9. Fail192,605 miles (+6,134)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,605 miles
    Test number
    783764286432
    • FailureCentral Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner wing has holes and corrosion
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside of vehicle chassis and suspension components
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside of vehicle chassis and suspension components
    • AdvisoryWiper linkage assembly worn
  10. Pass186,471 miles (+1)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    186,471 miles
    Test number
    641669305350
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion and slight leak to exhaust system at centre
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to vehicle chassis at rear
    • AdvisoryDeterioration to nearside and offside front lower shock absorber bush
    • AdvisoryOil leaks
    • AdvisoryWiper linkage worn
  11. Fail186,470 miles (+6,240)4 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,470 miles
    Test number
    648635857123
    • FailureBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureStop lamp not working nearside and offside (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion and slight leak to exhaust system at centre
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to vehicle chassis at rear
    • AdvisoryDeterioration to nearside and offside front lower shock absorber bush
    • AdvisoryOil leaks
    • AdvisoryWiper linkage worn
  12. Pass180,230 miles (+15)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    180,230 miles
    Test number
    528877898587
    • AdvisoryN/s mirror security
    • AdvisoryO/s/f & n/s/f lower shock absorber rubber bushes perishing/splitting
    • AdvisoryO/s/r & n/s/r chassis corroded
    • AdvisorySlight play to steering wheel/column
    • AdvisorySteering box damp
  13. Fail180,215 miles (+5,198)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,215 miles
    Test number
    964535737841
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryN/s mirror security
    • AdvisoryO/s/f & n/s/f lower shock absorber rubber bushes perishing/splitting
    • AdvisoryO/s/r & n/s/r chassis corroded
    • AdvisorySlight play to steering wheel/column
    • AdvisorySteering box damp
  14. Pass175,017 miles (+6,015)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    175,017 miles
    Test number
    285409304335
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNearside mirror security
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wearing low
  15. Pass169,002 miles (+119)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    169,002 miles
    Test number
    805697193282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail168,883 miles (+4,966)2 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,883 miles
    Test number
    537449983217
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNearside front trailing arm rear bush splitting
    • NoteOffside & nearside rear trailing arm front bushes starting to split
    • NoteOffside rear anti roll bar drop link has slight play
  17. Pass163,917 miles (+94)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    163,917 miles
    Test number
    176762912328
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  18. Fail163,823 miles (+6,249)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,823 miles
    Test number
    888673602367
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  19. Pass157,574 miles (+7,089)7 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    157,574 miles
    Test number
    269194001343
    • NoteBoth front bottom shock rubbers worn, perrishing and splitting
    • NoteBoth rear discs worn and corroding
    • NoteChild seat fitted to rear X 2
    • NoteO/s/r brake pads close to legal limit
    • NoteSlight oil leak from steering box
    • NoteSlight play in o/s track rod end
    • NoteSlight play to o/s/f and n/s/r anti rollbar drop links
  20. Pass150,485 miles (+2,709)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    150,485 miles
    Test number
    252864010329
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • NoteN/s/r diff leaking oil
  21. Pass147,776 miles (+258)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    147,776 miles
    Test number
    761387960153
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNo obvious leak from steering box, suspect been cleaned.
  22. Fail147,518 miles (+8,546)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,518 miles
    Test number
    642759950175
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  23. Pass138,972 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    138,972 miles
    Test number
    934011799063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail138,972 miles (+8,546)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,972 miles
    Test number
    273190299057
    • FailureNearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
  25. Pass130,426 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    130,426 miles
    Test number
    574908878077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail130,424 miles (+18,077)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,424 miles
    Test number
    664332278096
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  27. Pass112,347 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    112,347 miles
    Test number
    853991257069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail112,337 miles6 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,337 miles
    Test number
    284915047073
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureBrake master cylinder fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1e)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront and rear discs corroding
    • NoteFront brakes slightly unbalanced/pulling to right

Questions about V659 JUY

Does V659 JUY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V659 JUY expired on 4 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V659 JUY?
The MOT on V659 JUY expired on 4 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V659 JUY done?
V659 JUY was recorded at 200,584 miles at its MOT on 5 Apr 2024, an average of 5,149 miles a year.
Has V659 JUY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V659 JUY has failed 12 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on V659 JUY 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 V659 JUY find?
V659 JUY passed its latest MOT on 5 Apr 2024 with 7 advisories: nearside rear anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play; nearside rear axle seal has a slight leak; oil leak, but not excessive, and 4 more.

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