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Land Rover Discovery

Blue · Diesel · 2001 · 2,495 cc

Y238 BAFMOT history

Y238 BAF is a blue diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 4 Jul 2001. Its MOT expired on 18 Nov 2022 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 154,713 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Oct 2021.

Y238 BAF 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 18 Nov 2022
Mileage
154,713 mi
At MOT on 28 Oct 2021
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,676 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y238 BAF
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
4 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
28 Oct 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y238 BAF was last recorded at 154,713 miles on 28 Oct 2021, 1,760 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Nov 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
152,953 miles · 19 Nov 2020
Between the last two tests
1,760 miles
Average per year
5,676 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 154,713 miles
  • 2020 – 152,953 miles
  • 2019 – 150,715 miles
  • 2018 – 146,270 miles
  • 2017 – 141,463 miles
  • 2016 – 137,390 miles
  • 2015 – 136,056 miles
  • 2014 – 128,904 miles
  • 2013 – 124,868 miles
  • 2012 – 120,562 miles
  • 2011 – 115,088 miles
  • 2010 – 109,111 miles
  • 2009 – 100,349 miles
  • 2008 – 93,802 miles
  • 2007 – 79,860 miles
  • 2006 – 67,866 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass154,713 miles
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipes above nearside rear and offside rear chassis

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Oil leak, but not excessive engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

23 tests since 10 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass154,713 miles (+1,760)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    154,713 miles
    Test number
    617269486500
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass152,953 miles (+2,238)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    152,953 miles
    Test number
    211041001909
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material NSR and OSR on top of chassis (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to top of OSF inner wheelarch - not considered excessive
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  3. Pass150,715 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    150,715 miles
    Test number
    782776481464
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material On top of rear chassis both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail150,707 miles (+4,437)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,707 miles
    Test number
    583451787000
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension component insecure and impairing directional stability top balljoint very loose (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material On top of rear chassis both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass146,270 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    146,270 miles
    Test number
    495415101192
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipes above nearside rear and offside rear chassis (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail146,260 miles (+4,797)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,260 miles
    Test number
    342869315687
    • MajorPassenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. nearside rear and offside rear seatback (6.2.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorSeat belt damaged centre row offside seatbelt webbing (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorSeat belt damaged nearside rear seatbelt webbing (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorStop lamp(s) not working offside (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSuspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt nearside front and offside front lower suspension ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipes above nearside rear and offside rear chassis (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass141,463 miles (+4,073)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    141,463 miles
    Test number
    550157762251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass137,390 miles (+1,334)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    137,390 miles
    Test number
    786856528588
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyre wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisorySteering lower u/j rubbing against oil cooler rubber pipe

  9. Pass136,056 miles (+65)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    136,056 miles
    Test number
    845408205299
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteSlight damage to NSF tyre sidewall

  10. Fail135,991 miles (+7,087)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,991 miles
    Test number
    607757595191
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteSlight damage to NSF tyre sidewall

  11. Pass128,904 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    128,904 miles
    Test number
    115914184123
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

  12. Fail128,904 miles (+4,036)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,904 miles
    Test number
    599924484110
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

  13. Pass124,868 miles (+4,306)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    124,868 miles
    Test number
    629370403288
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  14. Pass120,562 miles (+9)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    120,562 miles
    Test number
    239762392166
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Fail120,553 miles (+5,465)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,553 miles
    Test number
    169298582172
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureRear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass115,088 miles (+5,977)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    115,088 miles
    Test number
    897346861101
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOffside front tyre and nearside rear tyre worn on inner edges

  17. Pass109,111 miles (+8,762)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    109,111 miles
    Test number
    361428360153
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth windscreen wiper blades deteriorated
    • NoteSlight oil leak from power steering

  18. Pass100,349 miles (+6,547)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    100,349 miles
    Test number
    212286899128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass93,802 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    93,802 miles
    Test number
    400144408272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail93,801 miles (+13,941)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,801 miles
    Test number
    683408798177
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

  21. Pass79,860 miles (+108)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    79,860 miles
    Test number
    881843287146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail79,752 miles (+11,886)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,752 miles
    Test number
    304589577161
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  23. Pass67,866 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    67,866 miles
    Test number
    293351896482
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about Y238 BAF

Does Y238 BAF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y238 BAF expired on 18 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y238 BAF?
The MOT on Y238 BAF expired on 18 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y238 BAF done?
Y238 BAF was recorded at 154,713 miles at its MOT on 28 Oct 2021, an average of 5,676 miles a year.
Has Y238 BAF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y238 BAF has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Sept 2019.
Has the mileage on Y238 BAF 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 Y238 BAF find?
Y238 BAF passed its latest MOT on 28 Oct 2021 with 1 advisory: vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced.

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