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Land Rover Discovery

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 2,993 cc

Y12 ALVMOT history

Y12 ALV is a black diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 21 May 2012. Its MOT is valid until 6 Oct 2027 and it has passed 13 of 20 MOT tests, with 135,893 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Oct 2026.

Y12 ALV 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 6 Oct 2027
Mileage
135,893 mi
At MOT on 7 Oct 2026
MOT tests
20
13 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,612 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y12 ALV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
21 May 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y12 ALV was last recorded at 135,893 miles on 7 Oct 2026, 13 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
135,880 miles · 3 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
13 miles
Average per year
7,612 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 135,893 miles
  • 2025 – 134,034 miles
  • 2024 – 129,649 miles
  • 2023 – 125,106 miles
  • 2022 – 120,312 miles
  • 2021 – 113,521 miles
  • 2020 – 102,913 miles
  • 2019 – 97,164 miles
  • 2018 – 91,329 miles
  • 2017 – 77,173 miles
  • 2016 – 63,705 miles
  • 2015 – 49,045 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass135,893 miles
  • AdvisoryCoolant leakRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

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 Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Slight play in nearside and offside rear bottom arm front bushes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Play in nearside and offside front bottom arm rear bushes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Front registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

20 tests since 11 May 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass135,893 miles (+13)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    135,893 miles
    Test number
    728662877029
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail135,880 miles (+1,846)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,880 miles
    Test number
    347495983499
    • DangerousCoolant leak
    • MajorNearside Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill front to rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake cable damaged but not to excess both rear cable guides are nearly worn through (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass134,034 miles (+4,385)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    134,034 miles
    Test number
    340630075444
    • AdvisoryBrake cable damaged but not to excess guide nearly worn through both sides (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  4. Pass129,649 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    129,649 miles
    Test number
    301292036059
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail129,643 miles (+4,537)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,643 miles
    Test number
    581971865422
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass125,106 miles (+4,794)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    125,106 miles
    Test number
    489688021404
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake cable damaged but not to excess both rear cable hooks worn (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass120,312 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    120,312 miles
    Test number
    811031082071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail120,310 miles (+6,789)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,310 miles
    Test number
    577095549762
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Prop shaft flexible coupling excessively deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

  9. Pass113,521 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    113,521 miles
    Test number
    632035802193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail113,518 miles (+10,605)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,518 miles
    Test number
    105938415167
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass102,913 miles (+602)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    102,913 miles
    Test number
    382413288946

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass102,311 miles (+5,147)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    102,311 miles
    Test number
    641994144019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass97,164 miles (+5,835)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2020
    Odometer
    97,164 miles
    Test number
    686062811323
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  14. Pass91,329 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2019
    Odometer
    91,329 miles
    Test number
    306719798802

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail91,327 miles (+14,154)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,327 miles
    Test number
    771552726817
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  16. Pass77,173 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2018
    Odometer
    77,173 miles
    Test number
    931215488834
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySlight play in nearside and offside rear bottom arm front bushes
    • AdvisoryPlay in nearside and offside front bottom arm rear bushes

  17. Fail77,173 miles (+13,468)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,173 miles
    Test number
    143084620989
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySlight play in nearside and offside rear bottom arm front bushes
    • AdvisoryPlay in nearside and offside front bottom arm rear bushes

  18. Pass63,705 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2017
    Odometer
    63,705 miles
    Test number
    951596618237
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded Where clipped (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Fail63,701 miles (+14,656)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,701 miles
    Test number
    451570161592
    • FailureBrake cable insecure Osr (3.5.1d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded Where clipped (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass49,045 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2016
    Odometer
    49,045 miles
    Test number
    409751735115
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about Y12 ALV

Does Y12 ALV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y12 ALV is valid until 6 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y12 ALV?
The MOT on Y12 ALV is valid until 6 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y12 ALV done?
Y12 ALV was recorded at 135,893 miles at its MOT on 7 Oct 2026, an average of 7,612 miles a year.
Has Y12 ALV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y12 ALV has failed 7 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on Y12 ALV 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 Y12 ALV find?
Y12 ALV passed its latest MOT on 7 Oct 2026 with 5 advisories: coolant leak; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush; nearside front nail in tyre, and 2 more.

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