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Land Rover Discovery

Grey · Diesel · 2001 · 2,495 cc

Y259 MAEMOT history

Y259 MAE is a grey diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 26 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 13 Dec 2026 and it has passed 21 of 34 MOT tests, with 168,375 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Nov 2025.

Y259 MAE grey 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 13 Dec 2026
Mileage
168,375 mi
At MOT on 26 Nov 2025
MOT tests
34
21 passed · 13 failed
Per year
6,412 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y259 MAE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
26 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
26 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y259 MAE was last recorded at 168,375 miles on 26 Nov 2025, 5,892 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
162,483 miles · 21 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
5,892 miles
Average per year
6,412 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 168,375 miles
  • 2024 – 162,483 miles
  • 2023 – 156,806 miles
  • 2022 – 153,329 miles
  • 2021 – 151,526 miles
  • 2020 – 148,442 miles
  • 2019 – 144,061 miles
  • 2018 – 139,108 miles
  • 2017 – 131,046 miles
  • 2016 – 120,039 miles
  • 2015 – 115,966 miles
  • 2014 – 108,864 miles
  • 2013 – 101,509 miles
  • 2012 – 92,092 miles
  • 2011 – 82,752 miles
  • 2010 – 72,569 miles
  • 2009 – 59,332 miles
  • 2008 – 52,571 miles
  • 2007 – 46,968 miles
  • 2006 – 42,019 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass168,375 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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.

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Offside washer jet weak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

34 tests since 13 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass168,375 miles (+5,892)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    168,375 miles
    Test number
    515901280177
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass162,483 miles (+5,677)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    162,483 miles
    Test number
    403409108007
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass156,806 miles (+97)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    156,806 miles
    Test number
    601389261949
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside washer jet weak
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront cross member slightly corroded (under radiators)

  4. Fail156,709 miles (+3,380)1 dangerous1 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,709 miles
    Test number
    594352012731
    • DangerousOffside Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside washer jet weak
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront cross member slightly corroded (under radiators)

  5. Pass153,329 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    153,329 miles
    Test number
    345452587362
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryLight corrosion on vehicle underside (chassis/suspension components)

  6. Fail153,329 miles (+1,797)3 major1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,329 miles
    Test number
    542417266245
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryLight corrosion on vehicle underside (chassis/suspension components)

  7. Pass151,532 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    151,532 miles
    Test number
    803558500239
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail151,526 miles (+1)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,526 miles
    Test number
    851020215046
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting Chassis leg in two places (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed Folded seat in the boot (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting Chassis (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rocker cover (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail151,525 miles (+3,083)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,525 miles
    Test number
    923390382386
    • MajorBrake pressure/vacuum build up too slow (1.1.3 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension height sensor broken
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear suspension height sensor broken
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass148,442 miles (+4,381)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    148,442 miles
    Test number
    885141628063
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed Folding seat (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Towbar slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting Chassis section corroded (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  11. Pass144,061 miles (+4,953)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    144,061 miles
    Test number
    831471418203
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both rear chassis members (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  12. Pass139,108 miles (+8,062)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    139,108 miles
    Test number
    631136029401
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to chassis both side on the rear

  13. Pass131,046 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    131,046 miles
    Test number
    678095346941
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn on inner edges

  14. Fail131,046 miles (+11,007)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,046 miles
    Test number
    126156778782
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn on inner edges

  15. Pass120,039 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    120,039 miles
    Test number
    815036428241
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Fail123,039 miles (+7,073)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,039 miles
    Test number
    891984287431
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass115,966 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    115,966 miles
    Test number
    375763703414
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion chassis rail (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion chassis rail (6.1.B.2)

  18. Fail115,966 miles (+7,102)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,966 miles
    Test number
    767788078011
    • Repaired at testOffside Inner Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Outer Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion chassis rail (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion chassis rail (6.1.B.2)

  19. Pass108,864 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    108,864 miles
    Test number
    257014304367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail108,864 miles (+7,355)7 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,864 miles
    Test number
    198613504300
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOffside front side marker lamp not working
    • NoteOffside rear seat belt fraying but not enough to weaken the webbing

  21. Pass101,509 miles (+63)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    101,509 miles
    Test number
    476052303491
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on inner & outer edges

  22. Fail101,446 miles (+9,354)1 dangerous4 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,446 miles
    Test number
    415788593264
    • DangerousN/s/r tyre worn on inner & outer edge
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on inner & outer edges

  23. Pass92,092 miles (+9,340)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    92,092 miles
    Test number
    376336762414
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass82,752 miles (+158)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    82,752 miles
    Test number
    629539471220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail82,594 miles (+10,025)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,594 miles
    Test number
    819713971299
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureUpper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  26. Pass72,569 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    72,569 miles
    Test number
    682552390260
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  27. Fail72,567 miles (+13,235)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,567 miles
    Test number
    362318880236
    • FailureBrake pedal creeps down while the pedal is held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  28. Pass59,332 miles (+6,761)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    59,332 miles
    Test number
    323126089442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass52,571 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    52,571 miles
    Test number
    413095388287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail52,567 miles (+1,639)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,567 miles
    Test number
    294044288256
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  31. Pass50,928 miles (+3,960)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    50,928 miles
    Test number
    121326688470

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass46,968 miles (+4,949)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    46,968 miles
    Test number
    374092187003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass42,019 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    42,019 miles
    Test number
    651212676019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Fail42,019 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,019 miles
    Test number
    632022476093
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Questions about Y259 MAE

Does Y259 MAE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y259 MAE is valid until 13 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on Y259 MAE?
The MOT on Y259 MAE is valid until 13 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y259 MAE done?
Y259 MAE was recorded at 168,375 miles at its MOT on 26 Nov 2025, an average of 6,412 miles a year.
Has Y259 MAE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y259 MAE has failed 13 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on Y259 MAE 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 Y259 MAE find?
Y259 MAE passed its latest MOT on 26 Nov 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside front lower suspension component ball joint has slight play; offside front lower suspension component ball joint has slight play.

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