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Land Rover Discovery

Blue · Diesel · 2001 · 2,495 cc

Y246 KADMOT history

Y246 KAD is a blue diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 12 Jul 2001. Its MOT expired on 9 Apr 2025 and it has passed 20 of 35 MOT tests, with 303,265 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Apr 2025.

Y246 KAD 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 9 Apr 2025
Mileage
303,265 km
At MOT on 3 Apr 2025
MOT tests
35
20 passed · 15 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y246 KAD
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
12 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Apr 2025
Latest MOT test
3 Apr 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y246 KAD was last recorded at 303,265 km on 3 Apr 2025.

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 303,265 km

What the latest MOT found

Fail303,265 km
  • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
  • MajorFront Position lamp not working both fronts (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (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 Suspension component ball joint has slight play Upper and Lower swivel ball joints

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play Upper and Lower swivel ball joints

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

35 tests since 13 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail303,265 km1 dangerous6 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    303,265 km
    Test number
    625860419713
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Position lamp not working both fronts (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Pass188,453 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    188,453 miles
    Test number
    677865420285
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play Upper and Lower swivel ball joints (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play Upper and Lower swivel ball joints (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. Fail188,453 miles (+10,111)6 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,453 miles
    Test number
    437849949229
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play Upper and Lower swivel ball joints (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play Upper and Lower swivel ball joints (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Pass178,342 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    178,342 miles
    Test number
    868633741154
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play Upper and lower swivel ball joints (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play Upper and lower swivel ball joints (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Fail178,342 miles (+7,449)2 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,342 miles
    Test number
    180514465998
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play Upper and lower swivel ball joints (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play Upper and lower swivel ball joints (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Pass170,893 miles (+41)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    170,893 miles
    Test number
    555854708700
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil 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))
  7. Fail170,852 miles (+7,310)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,852 miles
    Test number
    913855673296
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Body mounting fixings insecure body mount holed (6.2.2 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play rear drag rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil 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))
  8. Pass163,542 miles (+5,572)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    163,542 miles
    Test number
    476332649994

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass157,970 miles (+36)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    157,970 miles
    Test number
    976679491141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail157,934 miles (+6,641)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,934 miles
    Test number
    660619095178
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced outrigger front of rear axil body mount (6.1.1 (a) (i))
  11. Pass151,293 miles (+6,981)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    151,293 miles
    Test number
    159827735845
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  12. Pass144,312 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    144,312 miles
    Test number
    302457247110
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded offside and nearside (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear chassis has corrosion but not considered excessive
  13. Fail144,312 miles (+2,703)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,312 miles
    Test number
    640015502139
    • FailureNearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings out rigger (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis x3 (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings out rigger (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis x2 (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
  14. Pass141,609 miles (+5,429)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    141,609 miles
    Test number
    792796856470
    • AdvisoryRear offside and nearside rear chassis has corrotion
  15. Pass136,180 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    136,180 miles
    Test number
    360735001094
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis and outriggers very corroded (2.4.A.3)
  16. Fail136,180 miles (+4,665)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,180 miles
    Test number
    926232726005
    • FailureAnti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement both rear (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureFront Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking gearbox area (7.2.3)
    • FailureSuspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded both rear chassis legs by coil springs (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis and outriggers very corroded (2.4.A.3)
  17. Pass131,515 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    131,515 miles
    Test number
    528649574235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail131,515 miles (+4,297)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,515 miles
    Test number
    378209874473
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
  19. Pass127,218 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    127,218 miles
    Test number
    788022403356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail127,211 miles (+3,609)7 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,211 miles
    Test number
    425181503371
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteNearside front tyre is wearing thin on inner and outer edges
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing thin on inner edge
  21. Pass123,602 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    123,602 miles
    Test number
    839596213002
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
  22. Fail123,595 miles (+6,967)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,595 miles
    Test number
    909851213020
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
  23. Pass116,628 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    116,628 miles
    Test number
    828038932085
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt cut but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteBoth rear chassis rails have heavy surface corrosion within 30cms of towbar mountings and rear body mountings
  24. Fail116,628 miles (+7,359)1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,628 miles
    Test number
    888038432088
    • FailureNearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt cut but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteBoth rear chassis rails have heavy surface corrosion within 30cms of towbar mountings and rear body mountings
  25. Pass109,269 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    109,269 miles
    Test number
    815561441009
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
  26. Fail109,268 miles (+8,808)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,268 miles
    Test number
    509281641095
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
  27. Pass100,460 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    100,460 miles
    Test number
    913002940022
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteNearside front tyre perished
  28. Fail100,460 miles (+60)5 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,460 miles
    Test number
    111861440064
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteNearside front tyre perished
  29. Pass100,400 miles (+8,599)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    100,400 miles
    Test number
    581536989297
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  30. Fail91,801 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,801 miles
    Test number
    270142368294
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
  31. Pass91,801 miles (+6,779)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    91,801 miles
    Test number
    502802968266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass85,022 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    85,022 miles
    Test number
    182555657248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail85,022 miles (+7,729)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,022 miles
    Test number
    754070657223
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
  34. Pass77,293 miles (+6,261)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    77,293 miles
    Test number
    223812866237
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  35. Pass71,032 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    71,032 miles
    Test number
    581034146040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y246 KAD

Does Y246 KAD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y246 KAD expired on 9 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y246 KAD?
The MOT on Y246 KAD expired on 9 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y246 KAD done?
Y246 KAD was recorded at 303,265 km at its MOT on 3 Apr 2025.
Has Y246 KAD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y246 KAD has failed 15 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on Y246 KAD 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 Y246 KAD find?
Y246 KAD failed its latest MOT on 3 Apr 2025 with 1 dangerous defect, 6 major defects, 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value; front position lamp not working both fronts; nearside front headlamp aim too high, and 7 more.

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