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Land Rover Discovery

Red · Diesel · 2001 · 2,495 cc

Y257 VCCMOT history

Y257 VCC is a red diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 23 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 26 Feb 2027 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 105,545 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Feb 2026.

Y257 VCC red 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 26 Feb 2027
Mileage
105,545 mi
At MOT on 2 Feb 2026
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,472 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y257 VCC
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
23 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y257 VCC was last recorded at 105,545 miles on 2 Feb 2026, 5,858 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Feb 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 22 Mar 2011: 44,497 miles, lower than 66,610 miles on 19 Mar 2010.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
99,687 miles · 25 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
5,858 miles
Average per year
3,472 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 105,545 miles
  • 2025 – 99,687 miles
  • 2024 – 92,855 miles
  • 2023 – 87,565 miles
  • 2022 – 80,174 miles
  • 2021 – 75,511 miles
  • 2020 – 72,125 miles
  • 2019 – 70,206 miles
  • 2018 – 68,731 miles
  • 2017 – 66,681 miles
  • 2016 – 64,511 miles
  • 2015 – 58,526 miles
  • 2014 – 54,246 miles
  • 2013 – 52,600 miles
  • 2012 – 47,964 miles
  • 2011 – 44,497 miles
  • 2010 – 66,610 miles
  • 2009 – 59,614 miles
  • 2008 – 52,973 miles
  • 2007 – 45,108 miles
  • 2006 – 36,545 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,545 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all underside brake pipes have a coating applied (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle has been heavily undersealed

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.

  • All Body mounts Corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Underside has Protection applied - Underseal

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Complete chassis has heavy surface corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Underneath of vehicle has applied protection

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

27 tests since 21 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,545 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    105,545 miles
    Test number
    588629532130
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all underside brake pipes have a coating applied (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle has been heavily undersealed

  2. Fail105,545 miles (+5,858)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,545 miles
    Test number
    763727467601
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all underside brake pipes have a coating applied (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle has been heavily undersealed

  3. Pass99,687 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    99,687 miles
    Test number
    293901588698
    • AdvisoryAll Body mounts Corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside has Protection applied - Underseal
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Complete chassis has heavy surface corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Fail99,686 miles (+6,831)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,686 miles
    Test number
    462736335195
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced Dipped beam (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll Body mounts Corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside has Protection applied - Underseal
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Complete chassis has heavy surface corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass92,855 miles (+5,290)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    92,855 miles
    Test number
    692133905109
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Watts linkage on rear axle (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass87,565 miles (+7,391)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    87,565 miles
    Test number
    628403204180
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass80,174 miles (+4,663)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    80,174 miles
    Test number
    404925456805
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Watts linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderneath of vehicle has applied protection

  8. Pass75,511 miles (+3,386)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    75,511 miles
    Test number
    516474729306
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Watts linkage bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderneath of vehicle has applied protection

  9. Pass72,125 miles (+1,919)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    72,125 miles
    Test number
    198999465637
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear chassis slight surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive at engine bay (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass70,206 miles (+1,475)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    70,206 miles
    Test number
    897809362550

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass68,731 miles (+2,050)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    68,731 miles
    Test number
    400086421638
    • DangerousNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded fuel filter
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass66,681 miles (+2,170)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    66,681 miles
    Test number
    394307489416
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass64,511 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    64,511 miles
    Test number
    107481686142
    • AdvisoryRunning board supports corroded, o/s rear brake pads wearing low

  14. Fail64,511 miles (+5,985)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,511 miles
    Test number
    232920398596
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryRunning board supports corroded, o/s rear brake pads wearing low

  15. Pass58,526 miles (+4,280)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    58,526 miles
    Test number
    476423075163
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteHigh level brake light inoperative

  16. Pass54,246 miles (+1,646)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    54,246 miles
    Test number
    219994354152
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  17. Fail52,600 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,600 miles
    Test number
    379942343143
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  18. Pass52,600 miles (+4,636)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2014
    Odometer
    52,600 miles
    Test number
    716832843190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass47,964 miles (+3,467)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    47,964 miles
    Test number
    907516472021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail44,497 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,497 miles
    Test number
    126901681013
    • Repaired at testCentre Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  21. Pass44,497 miles (-22,113)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    44,497 miles
    Test number
    886981381071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail66,610 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,610 miles
    Test number
    363028570015
    • Repaired at testCentre Rear Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  23. Pass66,610 miles (+6,996)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    66,610 miles
    Test number
    934208570062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass59,614 miles (+6,641)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    59,614 miles
    Test number
    140938579017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass52,973 miles (+7,865)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    52,973 miles
    Test number
    150410588479
    • AdvisoryOffside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  26. Pass45,108 miles (+8,563)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    45,108 miles
    Test number
    854589577064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass36,545 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    36,545 miles
    Test number
    873020786047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y257 VCC

Does Y257 VCC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y257 VCC is valid until 26 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y257 VCC?
The MOT on Y257 VCC is valid until 26 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y257 VCC done?
Y257 VCC was recorded at 105,545 miles at its MOT on 2 Feb 2026, an average of 3,472 miles a year.
Has Y257 VCC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y257 VCC has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on Y257 VCC ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 22 Mar 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y257 VCC find?
Y257 VCC passed its latest MOT on 2 Feb 2026 with 4 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all underside brake pipes have a coating applied; offside front upper suspension arm ball joint has slight play; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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