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Land Rover Discovery

Blue · Diesel · 2001 · 2,495 cc

Y237 XJUMOT history

Y237 XJU is a blue diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 1 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 7 Oct 2025 and it has passed 19 of 32 MOT tests, with 147,660 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 May 2026.

Y237 XJU 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 7 Oct 2025
Mileage
147,660 mi
At MOT on 7 May 2026
MOT tests
32
19 passed · 13 failed
Per year
3,178 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y237 XJU
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
1 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
7 May 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y237 XJU was last recorded at 147,660 miles on 7 May 2026, 72 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
147,588 miles · 8 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
72 miles
Average per year
3,178 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 147,660 miles
  • 2024 – 147,588 miles
  • 2023 – 145,784 miles
  • 2022 – 144,878 miles
  • 2021 – 143,846 miles
  • 2020 – 143,137 miles
  • 2019 – 142,526 miles
  • 2018 – 141,226 miles
  • 2017 – 139,263 miles
  • 2016 – 138,286 miles
  • 2015 – 136,167 miles
  • 2014 – 132,019 miles
  • 2013 – 128,159 miles
  • 2012 – 125,269 miles
  • 2011 – 121,958 miles
  • 2010 – 116,964 miles
  • 2009 – 109,022 miles
  • 2008 – 98,852 miles
  • 2007 – 90,708 miles
  • 2006 – 83,637 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail147,660 miles
  • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis by bump stop (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all chassis (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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Horn not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear chassis corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

32 tests since 14 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail147,660 miles (+72)1 dangerous5 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,660 miles
    Test number
    709569788555
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis by bump stop (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass147,588 miles (+22)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    147,588 miles
    Test number
    764156378207
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake discs pitted

  3. Fail147,566 miles (+1,782)6 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,566 miles
    Test number
    468417177124
    • MajorFluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users fuel filter (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced generally throughout vehicle (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside number plate light very dull

  4. Pass145,784 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    145,784 miles
    Test number
    910374009885
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Fail145,783 miles (+905)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,783 miles
    Test number
    405331441135
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass144,878 miles (+17)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    144,878 miles
    Test number
    442828406220
    • MinorOffside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear chassis corroded

  7. Fail144,861 miles (+1,015)5 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,861 miles
    Test number
    932787406824
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear chassis corroded

  8. Pass143,846 miles (+709)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    143,846 miles
    Test number
    855127504481
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security surface corrosion to chassis (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass143,137 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    143,137 miles
    Test number
    890526921596

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail143,137 miles (+611)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,137 miles
    Test number
    370566603327
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting wheel arch near bulk head (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting chassis leg (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  11. Pass142,526 miles (+31)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    142,526 miles
    Test number
    357951250490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail142,495 miles (+1,269)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,495 miles
    Test number
    791125894271
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFuel system component leaking filter (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorPower steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))

  13. Pass141,226 miles (+1,963)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    141,226 miles
    Test number
    129133341892
    • AdvisoryOilleak

  14. Pass139,263 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    139,263 miles
    Test number
    955564922733

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail139,263 miles (+977)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,263 miles
    Test number
    914019220446
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings wheel arch (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Outer Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings wheel arch (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings chassis leg (6.1.B.2)

  16. Pass138,286 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    138,286 miles
    Test number
    816122356404
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail138,277 miles (+2,110)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,277 miles
    Test number
    731999046615
    • FailureNearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings chassis (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings chassis (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass136,167 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    136,167 miles
    Test number
    936899060044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail136,167 miles (+4,148)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,167 miles
    Test number
    533280233254
    • FailureNearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner arch (2.2.C.1h)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded centre sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner arch x2 (2.2.C.1h)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  20. Pass132,019 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    132,019 miles
    Test number
    719823734231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail132,019 miles (+3,860)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,019 miles
    Test number
    887111734220
    • FailureFront Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

  22. Pass128,159 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    128,159 miles
    Test number
    937035453258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail128,159 miles (+2,890)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,159 miles
    Test number
    339859143221
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  24. Pass125,269 miles (+3,311)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    125,269 miles
    Test number
    446677832210
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  25. Pass121,958 miles (+4,994)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    121,958 miles
    Test number
    969212941267
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  26. Pass116,964 miles (+7,942)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    116,964 miles
    Test number
    634893040294
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  27. Pass109,022 miles (+10,170)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    109,022 miles
    Test number
    664844229296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass98,852 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    98,852 miles
    Test number
    121070488021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail98,852 miles (+8,144)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,852 miles
    Test number
    561752378013
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear Air suspension has no suspension movement (2.4.D.5)

  30. Pass90,708 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    90,708 miles
    Test number
    221047357016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail90,708 miles (+7,071)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,708 miles
    Test number
    452102157090
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  32. Pass83,637 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    83,637 miles
    Test number
    864073776008
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Questions about Y237 XJU

Does Y237 XJU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y237 XJU expired on 7 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y237 XJU?
The MOT on Y237 XJU expired on 7 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y237 XJU done?
Y237 XJU was recorded at 147,660 miles at its MOT on 7 May 2026, an average of 3,178 miles a year.
Has Y237 XJU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y237 XJU has failed 13 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 7 May 2026.
Has the mileage on Y237 XJU 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 Y237 XJU find?
Y237 XJU failed its latest MOT on 7 May 2026 with 1 dangerous defect, 5 major defects, 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: offside front tyre has ply or cords exposed; nearside rear vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill; offside front vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner wheel arch, and 9 more.

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