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Land Rover Discovery

Green · Diesel · 2000 · 2,495 cc

W256 MDVMOT history

W256 MDV is a green diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 28 Mar 2000. Its MOT expired on 17 Dec 2022 and it has passed 14 of 25 MOT tests, with 163,933 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Dec 2021.

W256 MDV green 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 17 Dec 2022
Mileage
163,933 mi
At MOT on 13 Dec 2021
MOT tests
25
14 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,557 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
W256 MDV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
28 Mar 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
13 Dec 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

W256 MDV was last recorded at 163,933 miles on 13 Dec 2021, 101 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
163,832 miles · 8 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
101 miles
Average per year
4,557 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 163,933 miles
  • 2020 – 158,799 miles
  • 2017 – 154,652 miles
  • 2016 – 149,534 miles
  • 2015 – 148,665 miles
  • 2014 – 147,011 miles
  • 2013 – 145,848 miles
  • 2012 – 144,434 miles
  • 2011 – 137,974 miles
  • 2010 – 129,290 miles
  • 2009 – 119,925 miles
  • 2008 – 112,260 miles
  • 2006 – 98,918 miles
  • 2005 – 91,114 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass163,933 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all four (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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 pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2008–2011

  • Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

25 tests since 20 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass163,933 miles (+101)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    163,933 miles
    Test number
    554783101358
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all four (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail163,832 miles (+5,033)4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,832 miles
    Test number
    859202153063
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all four (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass158,799 miles (+4,147)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    158,799 miles
    Test number
    503568520321
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass154,652 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    154,652 miles
    Test number
    956098676060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail154,636 miles (+5,102)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,636 miles
    Test number
    146218337069
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  6. Pass149,534 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    149,534 miles
    Test number
    195235932267
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake grabbing slightly (3.7.C.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front door check strap broken

  7. Fail149,534 miles (+869)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,534 miles
    Test number
    663797805991
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake grabbing slightly (3.7.C.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front door check strap broken

  8. Pass148,665 miles (+1)2 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    148,665 miles
    Test number
    217010625440
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteNearside front bumper insecure
    • NoteNearside front of vehicle has corrosion within 30cm of a body mounting
    • NoteNearside front tyre has cracks not exposing ply or cords
    • NoteNearside front tyre tread depth 2mm, legal limit 1.6mm
    • NoteNearside rear and offside rear of vehicle has corrosion within 30cm of tow bar mountings
    • NoteOffside front to rear ACE suspension pipes corroded

  9. Fail148,664 miles (+1,653)13 failures2 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,664 miles
    Test number
    736248415172
    • FailureNearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Electrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteNearside front bumper insecure
    • NoteNearside front of vehicle has corrosion within 30cm of a body mounting
    • NoteNearside front tyre has cracks not exposing ply or cords
    • NoteNearside front tyre tread depth 2mm, legal limit 1.6mm
    • NoteNearside rear and offside rear of vehicle has corrosion within 30cm of tow bar mountings
    • NoteOffside front to rear ACE suspension pipes corroded

  10. Pass147,011 miles (+1,163)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    147,011 miles
    Test number
    696570004131
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth front tyres have cracked outter side walls
    • NoteOil leak

  11. Pass145,848 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    145,848 miles
    Test number
    696398503193
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  12. Fail145,848 miles (+1,414)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,848 miles
    Test number
    758988203127
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  13. Pass144,434 miles (+10)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    144,434 miles
    Test number
    739956482063
    • NoteOil leak

  14. Fail144,424 miles (+6,450)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,424 miles
    Test number
    457913982037
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Pass137,974 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    137,974 miles
    Test number
    569649001145
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteWindscreen has damage outside swept area

  16. Fail137,974 miles (+8,684)4 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,974 miles
    Test number
    669855501182
    • FailureOffside Front Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteWindscreen has damage outside swept area

  17. Pass129,290 miles (+10)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    129,290 miles
    Test number
    424965300186
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Fail129,280 miles (+9,355)6 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,280 miles
    Test number
    830634100162
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not in a clean condition affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incomplete (1.5.A1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass119,925 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    119,925 miles
    Test number
    342675009154
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  20. Fail119,925 miles (+7,665)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,925 miles
    Test number
    263315309143
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass112,260 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    112,260 miles
    Test number
    912611208190
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  22. Fail112,260 miles (+13,342)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,260 miles
    Test number
    541569198086
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not in a clean condition affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

  23. Pass98,918 miles (+235)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    98,918 miles
    Test number
    483424256435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail98,683 miles (+7,569)1 failure3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,683 miles
    Test number
    973748946337
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp sequence is incorrect (3.4.1d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass91,114 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    91,114 miles
    Test number
    933344055329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about W256 MDV

Does W256 MDV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on W256 MDV expired on 17 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on W256 MDV?
The MOT on W256 MDV expired on 17 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has W256 MDV done?
W256 MDV was recorded at 163,933 miles at its MOT on 13 Dec 2021, an average of 4,557 miles a year.
Has W256 MDV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. W256 MDV has failed 11 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on W256 MDV 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 W256 MDV find?
W256 MDV passed its latest MOT on 13 Dec 2021 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; oil leak, but not excessive engine, and 2 more.

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