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Land Rover Discovery

Black · Diesel · 2001 · 2,495 cc

Y198 EEXMOT history

Y198 EEX is a black diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 28 Jun 2001. Its MOT expired on 17 Feb 2025 and it has passed 19 of 31 MOT tests, with 198,579 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Feb 2025.

Y198 EEX black 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 Feb 2025
Mileage
198,579 mi
At MOT on 1 Feb 2025
MOT tests
31
19 passed · 12 failed
Per year
8,345 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y198 EEX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
28 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Feb 2025
Latest MOT test
1 Feb 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y198 EEX was last recorded at 198,579 miles on 1 Feb 2025, 5,373 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
193,206 miles · 16 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
5,373 miles
Average per year
8,345 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 198,579 miles
  • 2024 – 193,206 miles
  • 2023 – 187,829 miles
  • 2022 – 176,520 miles
  • 2021 – 148,392 miles
  • 2019 – 142,827 miles
  • 2018 – 137,753 miles
  • 2017 – 132,321 miles
  • 2016 – 128,953 miles
  • 2015 – 124,147 miles
  • 2014 – 121,161 miles
  • 2013 – 109,763 miles
  • 2012 – 98,887 miles
  • 2011 – 91,968 miles
  • 2010 – 83,418 miles
  • 2009 – 74,910 miles
  • 2008 – 66,054 miles
  • 2007 – 56,921 miles
  • 2006 – 45,684 miles
  • 2005 – 37,725 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail198,579 miles
  • DangerousOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
  • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced not fully welded (6.1.1 (d) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced patch adrift (6.1.1 (d) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced patch adrift by tow bar mount (6.1.1 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryO/s/f floor holed by body mount
  • AdvisoryOil leak at engine
  • AdvisoryVarious chassis corrosion
  • AdvisoryVarious underside corrosion

What MOT failures 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.

  • Oil leak

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Coil spring corroded all

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front both sides floors corroded in non presscribed areas

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

31 tests since 24 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail198,579 miles (+5,373)1 dangerous5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,579 miles
    Test number
    460862749637
    • DangerousOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced not fully welded (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced patch adrift (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced patch adrift by tow bar mount (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryO/s/f floor holed by body mount
    • AdvisoryOil leak at engine
    • AdvisoryVarious chassis corrosion
    • AdvisoryVarious underside corrosion

  2. Pass193,206 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    193,206 miles
    Test number
    394011159991
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear chassis corroded in all areas

  3. Fail193,205 miles (+5,376)9 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,205 miles
    Test number
    136152223126
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting x 2 (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear chassis corroded in all areas

  4. Pass187,829 miles (+135)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    187,829 miles
    Test number
    280985086059
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront both sides floors corroded in non presscribed areas
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChassis welded in places and corrosion

  5. Fail187,694 miles (+11,174)1 dangerous5 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,694 miles
    Test number
    612621255567
    • DangerousNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured broken (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake prescribed area is excessively corroded (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront both sides floors corroded in non presscribed areas
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChassis welded in places and corrosion

  6. Pass176,520 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    176,520 miles
    Test number
    788509039340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail176,520 miles (+28,128)5 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,520 miles
    Test number
    894199153148
    • DangerousNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Vehicle structure inadequately repaired such that it is likely to adversely affect braking or steering near rear shock mount (6.1.1 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Integral body structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering floor near servo (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering near rear shock mount (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

  8. Pass148,392 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    148,392 miles
    Test number
    958616545980
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear bump stops missing

  9. Fail148,382 miles (+5,555)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,382 miles
    Test number
    485046850644
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength n/s/r chassie above where exhaust crosses over (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBattery loose
    • AdvisoryRear bump stops missing

  10. Pass142,827 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    142,827 miles
    Test number
    760834629984
    • AdvisoryCrack in windscreen,out of view

  11. Fail142,825 miles (+5,072)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,825 miles
    Test number
    171438070546
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCrack in windscreen,out of view

  12. Pass137,753 miles (+5,432)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    137,753 miles
    Test number
    644938644000
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Cuts in tyre tread but not deep enough to reach cords
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass132,321 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    132,321 miles
    Test number
    976935659036
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Fail132,316 miles (+3,363)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,316 miles
    Test number
    575924897325
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Pass128,953 miles (+13)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    128,953 miles
    Test number
    564918370094
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Fail128,940 miles (+4,793)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,940 miles
    Test number
    580195544841
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  17. Pass124,147 miles (+2,986)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    124,147 miles
    Test number
    139698660051
    • AdvisoryFuel pump noisy
    • AdvisoryOffside rear chassis corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  18. Pass121,161 miles (+32)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    121,161 miles
    Test number
    565829584219
    • NoteO/s and n/s front under wings corroded
    • NoteO/s and n/s rear chassis corroded and thin
    • NoteRear axel bump stops missing

  19. Fail121,129 miles (+11,366)5 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,129 miles
    Test number
    708490384247
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteO/s and n/s front under wings corroded
    • NoteO/s and n/s rear chassis corroded and thin
    • NoteRear axel bump stops missing

  20. Pass109,763 miles (+10,876)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    109,763 miles
    Test number
    377444183256
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  21. Fail98,887 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,887 miles
    Test number
    768179962225
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)

  22. Pass98,887 miles (+6,919)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    98,887 miles
    Test number
    868249962259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass91,968 miles (+8,550)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    91,968 miles
    Test number
    537529371211
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  24. Pass83,418 miles (+8,508)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    83,418 miles
    Test number
    392148680427
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  25. Pass74,910 miles (+8,856)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    74,910 miles
    Test number
    713195889281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass66,054 miles (+9,133)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    66,054 miles
    Test number
    331785878253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass56,921 miles (+1)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    56,921 miles
    Test number
    200978587222
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  28. Fail56,920 miles (+11,236)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,920 miles
    Test number
    364534087277
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  29. Pass45,684 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    45,684 miles
    Test number
    144134586244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail45,684 miles (+7,959)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,684 miles
    Test number
    862246676214
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)
    • NoteOil leak from engine

  31. Pass37,725 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    37,725 miles
    Test number
    721537295249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y198 EEX

Does Y198 EEX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y198 EEX expired on 17 Feb 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y198 EEX?
The MOT on Y198 EEX expired on 17 Feb 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y198 EEX done?
Y198 EEX was recorded at 198,579 miles at its MOT on 1 Feb 2025, an average of 8,345 miles a year.
Has Y198 EEX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y198 EEX has failed 12 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on Y198 EEX 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 Y198 EEX find?
Y198 EEX failed its latest MOT on 1 Feb 2025 with 1 dangerous defect, 5 major defects and 4 advisories: offside rear vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired; anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault; nearside rear vehicle structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced not fully welded, and 7 more.

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