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Land Rover Discovery

Blue · Diesel · 2001 · 2,495 cc

Y249 BCLMOT history

Y249 BCL is a blue diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 15 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 11 Nov 2022 and it has passed 14 of 23 MOT tests, with 209,429 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Nov 2021.

Y249 BCL 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 11 Nov 2022
Mileage
209,429 mi
At MOT on 12 Nov 2021
MOT tests
23
14 passed · 9 failed
Per year
7,354 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y249 BCL
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
15 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
12 Nov 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y249 BCL was last recorded at 209,429 miles on 12 Nov 2021, 1,814 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Oct 2019.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
207,615 miles · 10 Oct 2019
Between the last two tests
1,814 miles
Average per year
7,354 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 209,429 miles
  • 2019 – 207,615 miles
  • 2018 – 203,973 miles
  • 2017 – 197,741 miles
  • 2016 – 197,615 miles
  • 2014 – 186,988 miles
  • 2013 – 174,858 miles
  • 2012 – 166,472 miles
  • 2011 – 157,210 miles
  • 2010 – 143,982 miles
  • 2009 – 120,123 miles
  • 2008 – 108,594 miles
  • 2007 – 102,444 miles
  • 2006 – 95,050 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass209,429 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.3.3b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Seat belt slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

23 tests since 24 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass209,429 miles (+1,814)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    209,429 miles
    Test number
    588561664944

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass207,615 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    207,615 miles
    Test number
    937652226516
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play upper & lower (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play upper & lower (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail207,615 miles (+3,642)3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    207,615 miles
    Test number
    505939084139
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play upper & lower (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play upper & lower (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass203,973 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    203,973 miles
    Test number
    574167250827
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear chassis corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

  5. Fail203,973 miles (+6,232)6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    203,973 miles
    Test number
    554793207794
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear chassis corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

  6. Pass197,741 miles (+126)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    197,741 miles
    Test number
    347867670765
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.3.3b)

  7. Pass197,615 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2017
    Odometer
    197,615 miles
    Test number
    127957885240
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play upper & lower (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.3.3b)

  8. Fail197,615 miles (+10,627)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,615 miles
    Test number
    780432858160
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play upper & lower (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.3.3b)

  9. Pass186,988 miles (+924)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    186,988 miles
    Test number
    759130764181
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  10. Fail186,064 miles (+11,206)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,064 miles
    Test number
    725818144181
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  11. Pass174,858 miles4 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2014
    Odometer
    174,858 miles
    Test number
    236918943496
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • NoteCorrect front No.plate fitted during test.
    • NoteFront exhaust downpipe secured by a cable tie
    • NoteN/S headlamp very slight movement in fixings
    • NoteNo 3rd row seats fitted to be able to check seatbelt opperation correctly
    • NoteRight hand side horn button not working

  12. Fail174,858 miles (+8,386)2 repaired4 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,858 miles
    Test number
    915988843104
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • NoteCorrect front No.plate fitted during test.
    • NoteFront exhaust downpipe secured by a cable tie
    • NoteN/S headlamp very slight movement in fixings
    • NoteNo 3rd row seats fitted to be able to check seatbelt opperation correctly
    • NoteRight hand side horn button not working

  13. Pass166,472 miles (+151)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2013
    Odometer
    166,472 miles
    Test number
    127733852101
    • NoteOil leak

  14. Fail166,321 miles (+9,111)7 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,321 miles
    Test number
    226466342184
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Pass157,210 miles (+13,228)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2012
    Odometer
    157,210 miles
    Test number
    885399531104
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  16. Pass143,982 miles (+23,859)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2011
    Odometer
    143,982 miles
    Test number
    623858620192
    • NoteFront discs slightly lipped
    • NoteSlight handbrake travel
    • NoteSlight travel footbrake
    • NoteSrs light on

  17. Pass120,123 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2010
    Odometer
    120,123 miles
    Test number
    850759749156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail120,115 miles (+22)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,115 miles
    Test number
    832948649139
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  19. Fail120,093 miles (+11,499)7 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,093 miles
    Test number
    473421249138
    • FailureDrag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureFront position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • NoteOSR door outer handle not working
    • NoteSlight imbalance to front brakes

  20. Pass108,594 miles (+6,150)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2009
    Odometer
    108,594 miles
    Test number
    673896338142
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  21. Pass102,444 miles (+7,394)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    102,444 miles
    Test number
    822546217179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass95,050 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    95,050 miles
    Test number
    771044316133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail95,050 miles2 failures1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,050 miles
    Test number
    364304916123
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Questions about Y249 BCL

Does Y249 BCL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y249 BCL expired on 11 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y249 BCL?
The MOT on Y249 BCL expired on 11 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y249 BCL done?
Y249 BCL was recorded at 209,429 miles at its MOT on 12 Nov 2021, an average of 7,354 miles a year.
Has Y249 BCL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y249 BCL has failed 9 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Oct 2019.
Has the mileage on Y249 BCL 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 Y249 BCL find?
Y249 BCL passed its latest MOT on 12 Nov 2021 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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