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Land Rover Discovery

Blue · Diesel · 2001 · 2,495 cc

Y266 HFCMOT history

Y266 HFC is a blue diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 26 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jul 2027 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 166,016 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jul 2026.

Y266 HFC blue 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 29 Jul 2027
Mileage
166,016 mi
At MOT on 30 Jul 2026
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,407 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y266 HFC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
26 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y266 HFC was last recorded at 166,016 miles on 30 Jul 2026, 4,704 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jul 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 2 May 2017: 139,389 miles, lower than 139,390 miles on 28 Apr 2017.

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
161,312 miles · 30 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
4,704 miles
Average per year
4,407 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 166,016 miles
  • 2025 – 161,312 miles
  • 2023 – 157,704 miles
  • 2022 – 155,794 miles
  • 2021 – 154,155 miles
  • 2020 – 152,589 miles
  • 2019 – 148,004 miles
  • 2018 – 143,666 miles
  • 2017 – 139,389 miles
  • 2016 – 135,778 miles
  • 2015 – 133,523 miles
  • 2014 – 131,000 miles
  • 2013 – 127,950 miles
  • 2012 – 120,221 miles
  • 2011 – 112,702 miles
  • 2010 – 109,032 miles
  • 2009 – 103,504 miles
  • 2008 – 100,481 miles
  • 2007 – 91,352 miles
  • 2006 – 76,678 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass166,016 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorRear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • 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 7 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both (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.

  • Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2012

  • Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass166,016 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    166,016 miles
    Test number
    633895148281
    • MinorRear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail166,016 miles (+4,704)1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,016 miles
    Test number
    329170260071
    • Repaired at testFront Position lamp not working both (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorRear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass161,312 miles (+3,608)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    161,312 miles
    Test number
    898189150078
    • AdvisoryO/side rear chassis rail surface corrosion

  4. Pass157,704 miles (+66)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    157,704 miles
    Test number
    440714328830
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail157,638 miles (+1,844)3 dangerous7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,638 miles
    Test number
    706928321266
    • DangerousNearside Front Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear rear step rotted
    • DangerousOffside Front Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust in poor condition

  6. Pass155,794 miles (+1,639)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    155,794 miles
    Test number
    584632701039
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass154,155 miles (+1,566)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    154,155 miles
    Test number
    609058427287
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump noisy
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to chassis

  8. Pass152,589 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    152,589 miles
    Test number
    107578928892
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail152,589 miles (+4,585)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,589 miles
    Test number
    887064758209
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass148,004 miles (+26)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    148,004 miles
    Test number
    898503374025
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail147,978 miles (+4,312)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,978 miles
    Test number
    438219192564
    • MajorNearside Rear Towbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass143,666 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2019
    Odometer
    143,666 miles
    Test number
    812875263332
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Fail143,663 miles (+4,274)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,663 miles
    Test number
    820789514903
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering box has a significant oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Pass139,389 miles (-1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2018
    Odometer
    139,389 miles
    Test number
    545868696760
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak of engine
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  15. Fail139,390 miles (+3,612)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,390 miles
    Test number
    185519310988
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak of engine
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  16. Pass135,778 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2017
    Odometer
    135,778 miles
    Test number
    436329274125
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisorySigns of oil leak gearbox area

  17. Fail135,776 miles (+2,253)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,776 miles
    Test number
    128333491127
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisorySigns of oil leak gearbox area

  18. Pass133,523 miles (+2,523)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2016
    Odometer
    133,523 miles
    Test number
    219010845442
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOFFSIDE BEAM IMAGE DETERIATING
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass131,000 miles (+3,050)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2015
    Odometer
    131,000 miles
    Test number
    859607224184
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass127,950 miles (+50)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2014
    Odometer
    127,950 miles
    Test number
    909621723119
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Fail127,900 miles (+7,679)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,900 miles
    Test number
    279723613479
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Pass120,221 miles (+195)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2013
    Odometer
    120,221 miles
    Test number
    468926132117
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Fail120,026 miles (+7,324)5 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,026 miles
    Test number
    345572032191
    • FailureFront Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront tyres worn
    • NoteNearside front suspension tunnel corroded/weak

  24. Pass112,702 miles (+1)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2012
    Odometer
    112,702 miles
    Test number
    338654831102
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNearside rear bumpstop missing

  25. Fail112,701 miles (+3,669)4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,701 miles
    Test number
    327451231109
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNearside rear bumpstop missing

  26. Pass109,032 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2011
    Odometer
    109,032 miles
    Test number
    174913130191
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  27. Fail109,032 miles (+5,528)1 dangerous3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,032 miles
    Test number
    833653630193
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureFront brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  28. Pass103,504 miles (+3,023)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    103,504 miles
    Test number
    624020619167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass100,481 miles (+9,129)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    100,481 miles
    Test number
    352360828104
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  30. Pass91,352 miles (+14,674)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    91,352 miles
    Test number
    271871527413
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  31. Pass76,678 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    76,678 miles
    Test number
    534281316188
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about Y266 HFC

Does Y266 HFC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y266 HFC is valid until 29 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y266 HFC?
The MOT on Y266 HFC is valid until 29 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y266 HFC done?
Y266 HFC was recorded at 166,016 miles at its MOT on 30 Jul 2026, an average of 4,407 miles a year.
Has Y266 HFC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y266 HFC has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on Y266 HFC ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 2 May 2017. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y266 HFC find?
Y266 HFC passed its latest MOT on 30 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: rear brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported; offside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play; offside front upper suspension arm ball joint has slight play, and 2 more.

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