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Land Rover Discovery

Green · Diesel · 2001 · 2,495 cc

Y249 EECMOT history

Y249 EEC is a green diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 14 May 2001. Its MOT expired on 31 May 2026 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 127,299 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 May 2025.

Y249 EEC 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 31 May 2026
Mileage
127,299 mi
At MOT on 16 May 2025
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,266 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y249 EEC
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
14 May 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 May 2026
Latest MOT test
16 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y249 EEC was last recorded at 127,299 miles on 16 May 2025, 2,449 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
124,850 miles · 3 May 2024
Between the last two tests
2,449 miles
Average per year
5,266 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 127,299 miles
  • 2024 – 124,850 miles
  • 2023 – 123,397 miles
  • 2022 – 112,448 miles
  • 2021 – 101,972 miles
  • 2020 – 101,795 miles
  • 2019 – 101,788 miles
  • 2018 – 100,965 miles
  • 2017 – 97,746 miles
  • 2016 – 92,885 miles
  • 2015 – 87,550 miles
  • 2014 – 75,392 miles
  • 2013 – 61,790 miles
  • 2012 – 57,412 miles
  • 2011 – 54,353 miles
  • 2010 – 49,353 miles
  • 2009 – 42,520 miles
  • 2008 – 36,544 miles
  • 2007 – 32,163 miles
  • 2006 – 27,084 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass127,299 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 Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn

    Major3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play

    Major3 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Horn not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting chassis leg

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting chassis leg

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

28 tests since 5 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass127,299 miles (+2,449)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2026
    Odometer
    127,299 miles
    Test number
    253482585130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass124,850 miles (+202)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2025
    Odometer
    124,850 miles
    Test number
    376590463223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail124,648 miles (+283)16 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,648 miles
    Test number
    512446836687
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis x3 (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis x2 (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorPower steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  4. Fail124,365 miles (+968)1 dangerous10 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,365 miles
    Test number
    310840912318
    • DangerousNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer cill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting chassis leg (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting out rigger (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting chassis leg (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outrigger (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  5. Pass123,397 miles (+30)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2024
    Odometer
    123,397 miles
    Test number
    716949548069
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Fail123,367 miles (+10,919)2 dangerous5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,367 miles
    Test number
    797233324185
    • DangerousNearside Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting chassis leg (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting chassis leg (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  7. Pass112,448 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    112,448 miles
    Test number
    293069877452
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  8. Fail112,448 miles (+10,476)6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,448 miles
    Test number
    473832734704
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  9. Pass101,972 miles (+177)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    101,972 miles
    Test number
    741163109204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass101,795 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    101,795 miles
    Test number
    764526125084
    • AdvisoryAll steel brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth side steps corroded
  11. Fail101,795 miles (+7)11 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,795 miles
    Test number
    446798813491
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced centre holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened trailing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced centre holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll steel brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth side steps corroded
  12. Fail101,788 miles (+823)1 dangerous14 major3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,788 miles
    Test number
    315492147653
    • DangerousFront Vehicle structure strengthening plate or fastening so insecure that structural rigidity is seriously reduced front cross bar next to towing anchor corroded (6.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake prescribed area is excessively corroded corrosion within 30cm of ABS pump mountain (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis corroded within 30cm from rear shocker mountain (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced nearside rear chassis next to drop link mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outriggers corroded 30cm from body mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis corroded next to strengthening cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis corroded within 30cm from rear shocker mountain (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis leg corroded next to suspension arm (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis leg suspension corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis mounts to body corroded, ns, os (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced next to suspension air bag (above) (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outriggers corroded 30cm from body mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced top of chassis corroded next to fuel filter mountain (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced top of the whole chassis corroding (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  13. Pass100,965 miles (+3,219)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    100,965 miles
    Test number
    530305075851
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
  14. Pass97,746 miles (+4,861)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    97,746 miles
    Test number
    219920077243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass92,885 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    92,885 miles
    Test number
    933041242796
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
  16. Fail92,885 miles (+5,335)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,885 miles
    Test number
    319843760254
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
  17. Pass87,550 miles (+12,158)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    87,550 miles
    Test number
    109978795106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass75,392 miles (+14)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    75,392 miles
    Test number
    169745804288
    • NoteOil leak
  19. Fail75,378 miles (+13,588)7 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,378 miles
    Test number
    406099994169
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure is damaged, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • NoteOil leak
  20. Pass61,790 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    61,790 miles
    Test number
    399880403435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail61,790 miles (+4,378)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,790 miles
    Test number
    249560903224
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
  22. Pass57,412 miles (+3,059)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2013
    Odometer
    57,412 miles
    Test number
    869627312156
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
  23. Pass54,353 miles (+5,000)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2012
    Odometer
    54,353 miles
    Test number
    229169521445

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass49,353 miles (+6,833)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2011
    Odometer
    49,353 miles
    Test number
    824161930114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass42,520 miles (+5,976)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2010
    Odometer
    42,520 miles
    Test number
    513451629183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass36,544 miles (+4,381)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2009
    Odometer
    36,544 miles
    Test number
    574790838177
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit attachment damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.F.1c)
  27. Pass32,163 miles (+5,079)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2008
    Odometer
    32,163 miles
    Test number
    682795117132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass27,084 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2007
    Odometer
    27,084 miles
    Test number
    590175526109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y249 EEC

Does Y249 EEC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y249 EEC expired on 31 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y249 EEC?
The MOT on Y249 EEC expired on 31 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y249 EEC done?
Y249 EEC was recorded at 127,299 miles at its MOT on 16 May 2025, an average of 5,266 miles a year.
Has Y249 EEC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y249 EEC has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on Y249 EEC 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 EEC find?
Y249 EEC passed its latest MOT on 16 May 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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