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Land Rover Discovery

Blue · Diesel · 2001 · 2,495 cc

Y224 MBUMOT history

Y224 MBU is a blue diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 7 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 26 Feb 2025 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 138,756 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Feb 2025.

Y224 MBU blue 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 26 Feb 2025
Mileage
138,756 mi
At MOT on 24 Feb 2025
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,837 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y224 MBU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
7 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Feb 2025
Latest MOT test
24 Feb 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y224 MBU was last recorded at 138,756 miles on 24 Feb 2025, 3,408 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
135,348 miles · 17 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
3,408 miles
Average per year
3,837 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 138,756 miles
  • 2024 – 135,348 miles
  • 2023 – 130,563 miles
  • 2022 – 126,395 miles
  • 2021 – 121,928 miles
  • 2020 – 118,408 miles
  • 2019 – 114,423 miles
  • 2018 – 111,553 miles
  • 2017 – 108,609 miles
  • 2016 – 105,112 miles
  • 2015 – 101,203 miles
  • 2014 – 97,607 miles
  • 2013 – 94,849 miles
  • 2012 – 92,025 miles
  • 2011 – 88,501 miles
  • 2010 – 83,684 miles
  • 2009 – 79,526 miles
  • 2008 – 74,542 miles
  • 2007 – 69,781 miles
  • 2006 – 65,673 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail138,756 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
  • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch within 30cm of suspension mount/abs pump (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
  • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn Nearside & Offside (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Nearside & Offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Nearside & Offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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.

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

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2013

Full MOT history

25 tests since 7 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail138,756 miles (+3,408)1 dangerous9 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,756 miles
    Test number
    283162685414
    • DangerousNearside Front Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch within 30cm of suspension mount/abs pump (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn Nearside & Offside (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Nearside & Offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Nearside & Offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass135,348 miles (+4,785)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    135,348 miles
    Test number
    105259949493
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass130,563 miles (+4,168)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    130,563 miles
    Test number
    875384231643
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosion

  4. Pass126,395 miles (+4,467)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    126,395 miles
    Test number
    869685237613
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under body (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass121,928 miles (+3,520)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    121,928 miles
    Test number
    685843473587

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass118,408 miles (+3,985)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    118,408 miles
    Test number
    109639749385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass114,423 miles (+2,870)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    114,423 miles
    Test number
    737882312308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass111,553 miles (+2,944)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    111,553 miles
    Test number
    543578853141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass108,609 miles (+3,497)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    108,609 miles
    Test number
    368814404598
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Pass105,112 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    105,112 miles
    Test number
    191306611963

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail105,111 miles (+3,908)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,111 miles
    Test number
    577771627249
    • FailureNearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  12. Pass101,203 miles (+3,596)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    101,203 miles
    Test number
    555861435028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass97,607 miles (+2,758)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    97,607 miles
    Test number
    169302834051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass94,849 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    94,849 miles
    Test number
    677904543007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail94,842 miles (+2,817)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,842 miles
    Test number
    465713233057
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass92,025 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    92,025 miles
    Test number
    257501522089
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  17. Fail92,025 miles (+3,524)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,025 miles
    Test number
    598101822073
    • Repaired at testCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  18. Pass88,501 miles (+4,817)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    88,501 miles
    Test number
    866236131080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass83,684 miles (+4,158)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    83,684 miles
    Test number
    191120330011
    • NoteOil leak on engine

  20. Pass79,526 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    79,526 miles
    Test number
    191961649068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail79,526 miles (+4,984)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,526 miles
    Test number
    324958539000
    • DangerousFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

  22. Pass74,542 miles (+76)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    74,542 miles
    Test number
    712410848027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail74,466 miles (+4,685)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,466 miles
    Test number
    223663738044
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  24. Pass69,781 miles (+4,108)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    69,781 miles
    Test number
    302000827099
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass65,673 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    65,673 miles
    Test number
    161888836490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y224 MBU

Does Y224 MBU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y224 MBU expired on 26 Feb 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y224 MBU?
The MOT on Y224 MBU expired on 26 Feb 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y224 MBU done?
Y224 MBU was recorded at 138,756 miles at its MOT on 24 Feb 2025, an average of 3,837 miles a year.
Has Y224 MBU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y224 MBU has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on Y224 MBU 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 Y224 MBU find?
Y224 MBU failed its latest MOT on 24 Feb 2025 with 1 dangerous defect, 9 major defects and 7 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers likely to become detached; anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault; electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault, and 14 more.

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