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Land Rover Discovery

Green · Diesel · 2001 · 2,495 cc

Y242 METMOT history

Y242 MET is a green diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 23 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 27 Nov 2025 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 168,043 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Nov 2024.

Y242 MET green 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 27 Nov 2025
Mileage
168,043 mi
At MOT on 28 Nov 2024
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,405 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y242 MET
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
23 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
28 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y242 MET was last recorded at 168,043 miles on 28 Nov 2024, 1,626 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
166,417 miles · 20 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
1,626 miles
Average per year
3,405 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 168,043 miles
  • 2023 – 166,417 miles
  • 2022 – 162,959 miles
  • 2021 – 161,912 miles
  • 2020 – 160,783 miles
  • 2019 – 157,922 miles
  • 2018 – 154,838 miles
  • 2017 – 150,623 miles
  • 2016 – 149,830 miles
  • 2015 – 146,547 miles
  • 2014 – 143,771 miles
  • 2013 – 140,230 miles
  • 2012 – 134,073 miles
  • 2011 – 128,498 miles
  • 2010 – 123,063 miles
  • 2009 – 116,043 miles
  • 2008 – 112,715 miles
  • 2007 – 108,013 miles
  • 2006 – 103,750 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass168,043 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryDamp around anti roll bar shock
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryProp shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension corroded
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive engine oil leak at bell housing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Central Oil leak, but not excessive oil leak from transfer box

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

27 tests since 11 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass168,043 miles (+1,626)2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    168,043 miles
    Test number
    102104097053
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryDamp around anti roll bar shock
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension corroded
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass166,417 miles (+24)2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    166,417 miles
    Test number
    941895271392
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated lower ball joint dust cover deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated lower ball joint dust cover deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive engine oil leak at bell housing (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Oil leak, but not excessive oil leak from transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipe corroded above crossmember (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated rear prop shaft rubber joint cracking and worn (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both front spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arm rear bushes cracking and worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive diff oil leak from half shaft (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Hydraulic leak, but not excessive ride height cylinder leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both rear springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Fail166,393 miles (+3,434)4 major3 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,393 miles
    Test number
    929079883047
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed no engine oil unable to test (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn anti roll bar link lower ball joint excessively worn and dust cover split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Fuel system component leaking fuel leak at fuel filter (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn anti roll bar link lower ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Power steering fluid level below minimum power steering oil below min mark (2.1.5 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated lower ball joint dust cover deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated lower ball joint dust cover deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive engine oil leak at bell housing (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Oil leak, but not excessive oil leak from transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipe corroded above crossmember (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated rear prop shaft rubber joint cracking and worn (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both front spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arm rear bushes cracking and worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive diff oil leak from half shaft (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Hydraulic leak, but not excessive ride height cylinder leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both rear springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass162,959 miles (+1,047)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    162,959 miles
    Test number
    258795924212
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass161,912 miles (+1,129)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    161,912 miles
    Test number
    904088041637
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Covered in grease (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Covered in grease (5.3.4 (b) (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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass160,783 miles (+12)3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    160,783 miles
    Test number
    403595628299
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both front (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront inner wings corroding
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Fail160,771 miles (+2,849)1 major3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,771 miles
    Test number
    286608977449
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Body mount (Has marked) (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both front (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront inner wings corroding
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Pass157,922 miles (+3,084)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    157,922 miles
    Test number
    167046508120
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryBottom ball joint gaiters deteriorating
    • AdvisoryChassis corroding
    • AdvisoryFront inner wing corroding
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake pipe corroding
    • AdvisoryPoor beam image from headlamps

  9. Pass154,838 miles (+4,215)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    154,838 miles
    Test number
    271983595890
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension pipe damaged but not to excess active suspension pipe at ram (5.3.5 (b) (i))

  10. Pass150,623 miles (+793)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    150,623 miles
    Test number
    731518730586
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  11. Pass149,830 miles (+3,283)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    149,830 miles
    Test number
    124910363944
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  12. Pass146,547 miles (+29)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    146,547 miles
    Test number
    859801785186
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFront to rear brake pipe corroding
    • NoteOffside rear chassis corroding
    • NoteRear bump stops missing

  13. Fail146,518 miles (+2,747)1 failure2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,518 miles
    Test number
    247228475131
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFront to rear brake pipe corroding
    • NoteOffside rear chassis corroding
    • NoteRear bump stops missing

  14. Pass143,771 miles (+3,541)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2015
    Odometer
    143,771 miles
    Test number
    925800144168
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear chassis corroding
    • NoteVehicle wet underneath at time of test

  15. Pass140,230 miles (+50)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2014
    Odometer
    140,230 miles
    Test number
    477380833148
    • NoteOffside rear tyre slight cracking on outer wall

  16. Fail140,180 miles (+6,107)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,180 miles
    Test number
    398010223125
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureFront position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureFront brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre slight cracking on outer wall

  17. Pass134,073 miles (+3)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    134,073 miles
    Test number
    169066112178
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront tyres cracked on inner side walls
    • NoteSrs light on

  18. Fail134,070 miles (+5,572)3 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,070 miles
    Test number
    489804012132
    • FailureBody has a projection caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront tyres cracked on inner side walls
    • NoteSrs light on

  19. Pass128,498 miles (+5,435)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    128,498 miles
    Test number
    416117691020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass123,063 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    123,063 miles
    Test number
    402174200158
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth steps corroded

  21. Fail123,063 miles (+7,020)3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,063 miles
    Test number
    551482000102
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth steps corroded

  22. Pass116,043 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    116,043 miles
    Test number
    550612889035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail116,043 miles (+3,328)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,043 miles
    Test number
    734855979069
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)
    • FailureOffside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)
    • FailureOffside rear brake juddering severely (3.7.A.5b)

  24. Pass112,715 miles (+43)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    112,715 miles
    Test number
    972324478059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail112,672 miles (+4,659)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,672 miles
    Test number
    800147568061
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureFront brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

  26. Pass108,013 miles (+4,263)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    108,013 miles
    Test number
    174493557450
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  27. Pass103,750 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    103,750 miles
    Test number
    182661216094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y242 MET

Does Y242 MET currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y242 MET expired on 27 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y242 MET?
The MOT on Y242 MET expired on 27 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y242 MET done?
Y242 MET was recorded at 168,043 miles at its MOT on 28 Nov 2024, an average of 3,405 miles a year.
Has Y242 MET ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y242 MET has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on Y242 MET 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 Y242 MET find?
Y242 MET passed its latest MOT on 28 Nov 2024 with 2 minor defects and 11 advisories: nearside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all, and 10 more.

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