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Land Rover Discovery

Gold · Diesel · 2000 · 2,495 cc

X759 BBUMOT history

X759 BBU is a gold diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 27 Oct 2000. Its MOT is valid until 17 Mar 2027 and it has passed 22 of 27 MOT tests, with 135,984 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Mar 2026.

X759 BBU gold 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 17 Mar 2027
Mileage
135,984 mi
At MOT on 5 Mar 2026
MOT tests
27
22 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,209 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X759 BBU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Gold
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
27 Oct 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X759 BBU was last recorded at 135,984 miles on 5 Mar 2026, 780 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
135,204 miles · 5 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
780 miles
Average per year
4,209 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 135,984 miles
  • 2025 – 135,204 miles
  • 2024 – 134,795 miles
  • 2023 – 134,197 miles
  • 2022 – 132,309 miles
  • 2021 – 129,087 miles
  • 2020 – 125,186 miles
  • 2019 – 121,341 miles
  • 2018 – 117,147 miles
  • 2017 – 112,381 miles
  • 2016 – 103,857 miles
  • 2015 – 98,364 miles
  • 2014 – 93,022 miles
  • 2013 – 88,227 miles
  • 2012 – 84,586 miles
  • 2011 – 80,035 miles
  • 2010 – 76,445 miles
  • 2009 – 71,848 miles
  • 2008 – 68,594 miles
  • 2007 – 63,783 miles
  • 2006 – 59,468 miles
  • 2005 – 50,125 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass135,984 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Outer Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front body mount corroded

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Cracked at centre box

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

27 tests since 11 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass135,984 miles (+780)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    135,984 miles
    Test number
    310572897187
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front body mount corroded

  2. Pass135,204 miles (+409)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    135,204 miles
    Test number
    539193409713
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  3. Pass134,795 miles (+598)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    134,795 miles
    Test number
    321222259714
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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))

  4. Pass134,197 miles (+1,888)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    134,197 miles
    Test number
    344530535981
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  5. Pass132,309 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    132,309 miles
    Test number
    825850703444
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Cracked at centre box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail132,303 miles (+3,216)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,303 miles
    Test number
    909822108270
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Cracked at centre box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass129,087 miles (+3,901)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    129,087 miles
    Test number
    441967247569

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass125,186 miles (+3,845)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    125,186 miles
    Test number
    526770823624
    • AdvisoryRear disc covers corroded

  9. Pass121,341 miles (+4,194)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    121,341 miles
    Test number
    340228399002
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both o/s n/s rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass117,147 miles (+4,766)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    117,147 miles
    Test number
    372296663710
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  11. Pass112,381 miles (+8,524)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    112,381 miles
    Test number
    528681177607
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel also leaking from slightly from lower seal (2.2.A.1a)

  12. Pass103,857 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    103,857 miles
    Test number
    978242609843
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play rear of axle (2.2.B.1f)

  13. Fail103,857 miles (+5,493)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,857 miles
    Test number
    469940625722
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Seat belt affected by an insecure seat fixing (5.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm fit spare (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play rear of axle (2.2.B.1f)

  14. Pass98,364 miles (+5,342)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    98,364 miles
    Test number
    748239045082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass93,022 miles (+2)3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    93,022 miles
    Test number
    215009554034
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteSide steps corroded.

  16. Fail93,020 miles (+4,793)1 dangerous2 failures3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,020 miles
    Test number
    187405054055
    • DangerousPower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • FailureFront Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteSide steps corroded.

  17. Pass88,227 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    88,227 miles
    Test number
    829557163080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail88,227 miles (+3,641)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,227 miles
    Test number
    798317263000
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

  19. Pass84,586 miles (+59)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    84,586 miles
    Test number
    236959242499
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  20. Fail84,527 miles (+4,492)5 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,527 miles
    Test number
    878196942196
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  21. Pass80,035 miles (+3,590)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    80,035 miles
    Test number
    975696941107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass76,445 miles (+4,597)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    76,445 miles
    Test number
    972694440135
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteRear air bags slightly perished

  23. Pass71,848 miles (+3,254)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    71,848 miles
    Test number
    761378039145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass68,594 miles (+4,811)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    68,594 miles
    Test number
    903942358188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass63,783 miles (+4,315)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    63,783 miles
    Test number
    113826257175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass59,468 miles (+9,343)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    59,468 miles
    Test number
    732073686226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass50,125 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    50,125 miles
    Test number
    242714585215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X759 BBU

Does X759 BBU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X759 BBU is valid until 17 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on X759 BBU?
The MOT on X759 BBU is valid until 17 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X759 BBU done?
X759 BBU was recorded at 135,984 miles at its MOT on 5 Mar 2026, an average of 4,209 miles a year.
Has X759 BBU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X759 BBU has failed 5 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on X759 BBU 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 X759 BBU find?
X759 BBU passed its latest MOT on 5 Mar 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front track rod end ball joint has slight play; nearside outer vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security; offside front body mount corroded.

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