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Land Rover Discovery

Red · Diesel · 2001 · 2,495 cc

Y256 LDVMOT history

Y256 LDV is a red diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 28 Jun 2001. Its MOT expired on 14 Feb 2024 and it has passed 19 of 35 MOT tests, with 122,922 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Feb 2023.

Y256 LDV red 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 14 Feb 2024
Mileage
122,922 mi
At MOT on 15 Feb 2023
MOT tests
35
19 passed · 16 failed
Per year
4,710 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y256 LDV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
28 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Feb 2024
Latest MOT test
15 Feb 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y256 LDV was last recorded at 122,922 miles on 15 Feb 2023, 3,503 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
119,419 miles · 26 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
3,503 miles
Average per year
4,710 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 122,922 miles
  • 2022 – 119,419 miles
  • 2021 – 115,739 miles
  • 2020 – 109,385 miles
  • 2019 – 108,366 miles
  • 2018 – 107,078 miles
  • 2017 – 105,730 miles
  • 2016 – 103,901 miles
  • 2015 – 102,033 miles
  • 2014 – 100,279 miles
  • 2013 – 98,049 miles
  • 2012 – 87,600 miles
  • 2011 – 79,156 miles
  • 2010 – 72,041 miles
  • 2009 – 63,034 miles
  • 2008 – 57,188 miles
  • 2007 – 50,072 miles
  • 2006 – 43,155 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,922 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Horn not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside + offside middle body mount brackets corroding

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass122,922 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    122,922 miles
    Test number
    284825154504

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail122,922 miles (+3,503)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,922 miles
    Test number
    648319185241
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass119,419 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    119,419 miles
    Test number
    238499901391
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  4. Fail119,419 miles (+3,680)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,419 miles
    Test number
    189154121431
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  5. Pass115,739 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    115,739 miles
    Test number
    496008279748
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail115,739 miles (+6,354)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,739 miles
    Test number
    422262811965
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass109,385 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    109,385 miles
    Test number
    193066638266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail109,385 miles (+1,019)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,385 miles
    Test number
    593088535097
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass108,366 miles (+14)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2020
    Odometer
    108,366 miles
    Test number
    187304870648
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside + offside middle body mount brackets corroding
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component ball joint has slight play + offside front lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroding.
    • AdvisoryMiddle to rear chassis legs corroding heavily .
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency on 19%
    • AdvisoryParking brake little reserve travel.
    • AdvisoryRear lower spring mounts to axle corroding badly.
    • AdvisorySlight fluid weep around o/s/f fluid suspension hose

  10. Fail108,352 miles (+1,274)1 dangerous5 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,352 miles
    Test number
    220274374245
    • DangerousOffside Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively + offside (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside + offside middle body mount brackets corroding
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component ball joint has slight play + offside front lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroding.
    • AdvisoryMiddle to rear chassis legs corroding heavily .
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency on 19%
    • AdvisoryParking brake little reserve travel.
    • AdvisoryRear lower spring mounts to axle corroding badly.
    • AdvisorySlight fluid weep around o/s/f fluid suspension hose

  11. Pass107,078 miles (+16)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2019
    Odometer
    107,078 miles
    Test number
    868520766495
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper shock absorber mounts / brackets corroding.
    • AdvisoryRear chassis legs corroding.
    • AdvisoryRear lower spring mounts to axle corroding.
    • AdvisoryPlay in front anti roll bar bushes.

  12. Fail107,062 miles (+1,332)7 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,062 miles
    Test number
    375834553508
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear upper (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis leg (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings bracket / mount (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded mount / bracket . (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage bumper (6.1.C.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper shock absorber mounts / brackets corroding.
    • AdvisoryRear chassis legs corroding.
    • AdvisoryRear lower spring mounts to axle corroding.
    • AdvisoryPlay in front anti roll bar bushes.

  13. Pass105,730 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2018
    Odometer
    105,730 miles
    Test number
    576457559283
    • AdvisoryFuel tank bracket corroded

  14. Fail105,721 miles (+1,820)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,721 miles
    Test number
    234720367646
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFuel tank bracket corroded

  15. Pass103,901 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2017
    Odometer
    103,901 miles
    Test number
    922604900020
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  16. Fail103,897 miles (+1,864)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,897 miles
    Test number
    182259279669
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass102,033 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    102,033 miles
    Test number
    325667515109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail102,033 miles (+1,754)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,033 miles
    Test number
    339137815116
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  19. Pass100,279 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    100,279 miles
    Test number
    129798714125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail100,269 miles (+2,220)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,269 miles
    Test number
    616833914148
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  21. Pass98,049 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    98,049 miles
    Test number
    575908163259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail98,043 miles (+2,282)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,043 miles
    Test number
    659337963201
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  23. Pass95,761 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    95,761 miles
    Test number
    978964073085
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  24. Fail95,761 miles (+8,161)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,761 miles
    Test number
    376174973007
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  25. Pass87,600 miles (+113)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    87,600 miles
    Test number
    179230082417

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail87,487 miles (+8,331)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,487 miles
    Test number
    929183972040
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

  27. Pass79,156 miles (+7,115)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    79,156 miles
    Test number
    227648941034
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass72,041 miles (+9,007)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    72,041 miles
    Test number
    370479860088
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  29. Pass63,034 miles (+5,846)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    63,034 miles
    Test number
    500629049087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass57,188 miles (+4)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    57,188 miles
    Test number
    422491078072
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteSome sidewall damage to tyres
    • NoteStone chips in windscreen

  31. Fail57,184 miles (+7,112)4 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,184 miles
    Test number
    631877668017
    • FailureCentre brake drum contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteSome sidewall damage to tyres
    • NoteStone chips in windscreen

  32. Pass50,072 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    50,072 miles
    Test number
    903268357067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail50,070 miles (+6,915)1 dangerous9 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,070 miles
    Test number
    262868057082
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureCentre brake drum contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Front position lamp(s) flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.4c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  34. Pass43,155 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    43,155 miles
    Test number
    143929366005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  35. Fail43,155 miles3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,155 miles
    Test number
    101499066491
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about Y256 LDV

Does Y256 LDV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y256 LDV expired on 14 Feb 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y256 LDV?
The MOT on Y256 LDV expired on 14 Feb 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y256 LDV done?
Y256 LDV was recorded at 122,922 miles at its MOT on 15 Feb 2023, an average of 4,710 miles a year.
Has Y256 LDV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y256 LDV has failed 16 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on Y256 LDV 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 Y256 LDV find?
Y256 LDV passed its latest MOT on 15 Feb 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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