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Land Rover Discovery

Green · Diesel · 2001 · 2,495 cc

Y256 MAHMOT history

Y256 MAH is a green diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 12 Jul 2001. Its MOT is valid until 2 May 2027 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 213,919 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Apr 2026.

Y256 MAH green Land Rover Discovery – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Land Rover Discovery, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 2 May 2027
Mileage
213,919 mi
At MOT on 30 Apr 2026
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,362 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y256 MAH
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
12 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 May 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y256 MAH was last recorded at 213,919 miles on 30 Apr 2026, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
213,915 miles · 27 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
6,362 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 213,919 miles
  • 2025 – 207,086 miles
  • 2020 – 204,725 miles
  • 2019 – 200,872 miles
  • 2018 – 180,712 miles
  • 2017 – 173,897 miles
  • 2016 – 171,590 miles
  • 2015 – 168,065 miles
  • 2014 – 165,300 miles
  • 2013 – 151,107 miles
  • 2012 – 141,394 miles
  • 2011 – 128,573 miles
  • 2010 – 117,659 miles
  • 2009 – 103,615 miles
  • 2008 – 98,506 miles
  • 2007 – 92,209 miles
  • 2006 – 86,898 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass213,919 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 Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Nearside Front Panhard rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Offside Front Panhard rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

27 tests since 12 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass213,919 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2027
    Odometer
    213,919 miles
    Test number
    470214255367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail213,915 miles (+6,829)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    213,915 miles
    Test number
    408443911767
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected Chassis (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. Pass207,086 miles (+878)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2026
    Odometer
    207,086 miles
    Test number
    228106084469

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass206,208 miles (+1,483)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    206,208 miles
    Test number
    297887010293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass204,725 miles (+3,853)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    204,725 miles
    Test number
    996790036386
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorPower steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension bump stops missing
  6. Pass200,872 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    200,872 miles
    Test number
    139799467036
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  7. Fail200,872 miles (+20,160)1 dangerous2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,872 miles
    Test number
    411522707979
    • DangerousNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  8. Pass180,712 miles (+6,815)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    180,712 miles
    Test number
    777585482902
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  9. Pass173,897 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    173,897 miles
    Test number
    305280430186
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryAll four tyre treads cracking/deteriorated
    • AdvisoryBoth rear coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryChassis corroded
  10. Fail173,897 miles (+2,307)2 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,897 miles
    Test number
    332967351111
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting chassis holed (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting chassis (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting chassis (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryAll four tyre treads cracking/deteriorated
    • AdvisoryBoth rear coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryChassis corroded
  11. Pass171,590 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    171,590 miles
    Test number
    305233670575
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Seatbelt fraying.
    • AdvisoryFront Lower bumper support corroded.
    • AdvisoryRear chassis corroding.
    • AdvisoryWipers smearing slightly.
  12. Fail171,590 miles (+3,525)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,590 miles
    Test number
    936623529566
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Seatbelt fraying.
    • AdvisoryFront Lower bumper support corroded.
    • AdvisoryRear chassis corroding.
    • AdvisoryWipers smearing slightly.
  13. Pass168,065 miles (+2,765)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    168,065 miles
    Test number
    225837057346
    • AdvisoryAll four tyres showing surface tears around tread wall.
    • AdvisoryFuel pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak noted.
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak from steering box.
  14. Pass165,300 miles (+4,706)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    165,300 miles
    Test number
    928612874238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass160,594 miles (+9,487)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    160,594 miles
    Test number
    975953014146
    • NoteSlight dampness round steering box
  16. Pass151,107 miles (+9,713)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    151,107 miles
    Test number
    827470513122
    • NoteSLIGHT PLAY IN OFFSIDE FRONT WHEEL
  17. Pass141,394 miles (+12,821)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    141,394 miles
    Test number
    759934012198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass128,573 miles (+111)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    128,573 miles
    Test number
    969709801160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail128,462 miles (+10,803)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,462 miles
    Test number
    215485301438
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak
  20. Pass117,659 miles (+14,044)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    117,659 miles
    Test number
    280186600104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass103,615 miles4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    103,615 miles
    Test number
    563101099039
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Panhard rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Panhard rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight corrosion to front and rear brake discs
  22. Fail103,615 miles (+5,109)2 failures4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,615 miles
    Test number
    294980499051
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Panhard rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Panhard rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteAll tyre pressures low
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight corrosion to front and rear brake discs
  23. Pass98,506 miles (+6,297)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    98,506 miles
    Test number
    682478088007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass92,209 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    92,209 miles
    Test number
    984255317132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail92,208 miles (+5,310)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,208 miles
    Test number
    120034217165
    • FailureNearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
  26. Pass86,898 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2007
    Odometer
    86,898 miles
    Test number
    510599536106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail86,898 miles1 dangerous3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,898 miles
    Test number
    130762236130
    • DangerousFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureFront Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Panhard rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak

Questions about Y256 MAH

Does Y256 MAH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y256 MAH is valid until 2 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y256 MAH?
The MOT on Y256 MAH is valid until 2 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y256 MAH done?
Y256 MAH was recorded at 213,919 miles at its MOT on 30 Apr 2026, an average of 6,362 miles a year.
Has Y256 MAH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y256 MAH has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on Y256 MAH 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 MAH find?
Y256 MAH passed its latest MOT on 30 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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