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Land Rover Discovery

Blue · Diesel · 2000 · 2,495 cc

W256 UEBMOT history

W256 UEB is a blue diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 28 Apr 2000. Its MOT is valid until 13 Feb 2027 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 176,373 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Feb 2026.

W256 UEB blue 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 13 Feb 2027
Mileage
176,373 mi
At MOT on 2 Feb 2026
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,068 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
W256 UEB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
28 Apr 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

W256 UEB was last recorded at 176,373 miles on 2 Feb 2026, 1,922 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Feb 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 17 Mar 2008: 81,793 miles, lower than 107,862 miles on 28 Mar 2007.

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
174,451 miles · 14 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
1,922 miles
Average per year
6,068 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 176,373 miles
  • 2025 – 174,451 miles
  • 2023 – 164,743 miles
  • 2020 – 161,812 miles
  • 2019 – 157,104 miles
  • 2018 – 152,474 miles
  • 2017 – 148,957 miles
  • 2016 – 140,567 miles
  • 2015 – 133,645 miles
  • 2014 – 128,694 miles
  • 2013 – 123,407 miles
  • 2012 – 118,649 miles
  • 2011 – 108,851 miles
  • 2010 – 94,753 miles
  • 2009 – 85,233 miles
  • 2008 – 81,793 miles
  • 2007 – 107,862 miles
  • 2006 – 55,568 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass176,373 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Lightly to inlarge (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off Corner damaged (0.1 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch All 4 tyres protruding

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

25 tests since 8 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass176,373 miles (+1,922)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    176,373 miles
    Test number
    961378423391
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Lightly to inlarge (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off Corner damaged (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch All 4 tyres protruding

  2. Pass174,451 miles (+9,708)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    174,451 miles
    Test number
    683328115744
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass164,743 miles (+2,931)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    164,743 miles
    Test number
    923879479770
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass161,812 miles (+4,708)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    161,812 miles
    Test number
    987035281137
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox slight oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive slight oil leak engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear watts linkage bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened many suspension parts and chassis are corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass157,104 miles (+4,630)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    157,104 miles
    Test number
    263507120033
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass152,474 miles (+3,517)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    152,474 miles
    Test number
    115315812973
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both rears have small cracks on side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  7. Pass148,957 miles (+8,390)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    148,957 miles
    Test number
    331713385851

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass140,567 miles (+6,922)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    140,567 miles
    Test number
    983665586143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass133,645 miles (+4,951)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    133,645 miles
    Test number
    576052855186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass128,694 miles (+5,287)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    128,694 miles
    Test number
    989614254176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass123,407 miles (+4,758)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    123,407 miles
    Test number
    259286753177
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass118,649 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    118,649 miles
    Test number
    335761862180
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  13. Fail118,649 miles (+9,798)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,649 miles
    Test number
    419220162120
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  14. Fail108,851 miles1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,851 miles
    Test number
    166474311229
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth front wiper blades smearing the screen slightley
    • NoteNearside wiper blade starting to split

  15. Pass108,851 miles (+14,098)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    108,851 miles
    Test number
    445374311213
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth front wiper blades smearing the screen slightley
    • NoteNearside wiper blade starting to split

  16. Pass94,753 miles (+9,520)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    94,753 miles
    Test number
    150156010294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass85,233 miles (+1,185)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    85,233 miles
    Test number
    392858919402

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass84,048 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    84,048 miles
    Test number
    212040499047
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteChassis becoming dry.
    • NoteNearside rear ocassional seat back does not lift up? seat belt operation ok.

  19. Fail84,048 miles (+2,255)4 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,048 miles
    Test number
    793770899056
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteChassis becoming dry.
    • NoteNearside rear ocassional seat back does not lift up? seat belt operation ok.

  20. Pass81,793 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    81,793 miles
    Test number
    151227778095
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight fading on both number plates

  21. Fail81,793 miles (-26,069)1 failure1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,793 miles
    Test number
    421187678004
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth nearside tyres slightly perished on outer side walls
    • NoteCentre rear brake light not working
    • NoteSlight fading on both number plates

  22. Pass107,862 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    107,862 miles
    Test number
    880497287049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail107,862 miles (+52,294)4 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,862 miles
    Test number
    592057687038
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • NoteRear number plate faided
    • NoteSlight weep on osf shock absorber

  24. Pass55,568 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    55,568 miles
    Test number
    492619466016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail55,568 miles1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,568 miles
    Test number
    322457866067
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteWater damage to number plates

Questions about W256 UEB

Does W256 UEB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on W256 UEB is valid until 13 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on W256 UEB?
The MOT on W256 UEB is valid until 13 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has W256 UEB done?
W256 UEB was recorded at 176,373 miles at its MOT on 2 Feb 2026, an average of 6,068 miles a year.
Has W256 UEB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. W256 UEB has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jun 2012.
Has the mileage on W256 UEB ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 17 Mar 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on W256 UEB find?
W256 UEB passed its latest MOT on 2 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: nearside front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view lightly to inlarge; front registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off corner damaged; nearside rear inner brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported, and 3 more.

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