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Land Rover Discovery

Black · Diesel · 2001 · 2,495 cc

Y273 METMOT history

Y273 MET is a black diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 26 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 29 Mar 2023 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 119,519 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Mar 2022.

Y273 MET black 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 29 Mar 2023
Mileage
119,519 mi
At MOT on 30 Mar 2022
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,156 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y273 MET
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
26 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
30 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y273 MET was last recorded at 119,519 miles on 30 Mar 2022, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Mar 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 17 May 2018: 105,755 miles, lower than 105,762 miles on 16 May 2018.

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
119,519 miles · 29 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,156 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 119,519 miles
  • 2020 – 114,317 miles
  • 2019 – 109,271 miles
  • 2018 – 105,755 miles
  • 2017 – 101,353 miles
  • 2016 – 98,010 miles
  • 2015 – 93,198 miles
  • 2014 – 88,261 miles
  • 2013 – 83,789 miles
  • 2012 – 79,414 miles
  • 2011 – 75,772 miles
  • 2010 – 72,897 miles
  • 2009 – 68,298 miles
  • 2008 – 66,353 miles
  • 2006 – 57,886 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass119,519 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.

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Fluid suspension pipe leaking (2.4.D.2)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Front Oil leak Engine oil leaks

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass119,519 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    119,519 miles
    Test number
    498232626242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail119,519 miles (+5,202)7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,519 miles
    Test number
    643947053137
    • MajorBrake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pedal not releasing correctly and functionality of brakes affected SPONGY (1.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working WASHER BOTTLE LEAKING (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear WIPER U/S

  3. Pass114,317 miles (+5,046)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    114,317 miles
    Test number
    946619659843
    • AdvisoryNearside side step brace bar corrded to excess
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear step brace bar corroded

  4. Pass109,271 miles (+3,516)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    109,271 miles
    Test number
    112232755709
    • AdvisoryFront Rear chassis cracked and corroded not in prescribed area
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass105,755 miles (-7)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2019
    Odometer
    105,755 miles
    Test number
    498194022207
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisorySuspension reservoir pipe has been has been disconnected

  6. Fail105,762 miles (+7)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,762 miles
    Test number
    735779384076
    • FailureNearside Rear Fluid suspension pipe leaking (2.4.D.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisorySuspension fluid level warning lamp on! No fluid in reservoir!

  7. Fail105,755 miles (+4,402)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,755 miles
    Test number
    319185066900
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Fluid suspension pipe leaking (2.4.D.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureTrailer electrical socket insecure (1.9.3a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  8. Pass101,353 miles (+166)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2018
    Odometer
    101,353 miles
    Test number
    193814751481
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak Engine oil leaks
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  9. Fail101,187 miles (+3,177)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,187 miles
    Test number
    449459510090
    • FailureCentral Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Fuel system component leaking Fuel Filter area (7.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak Engine oil leaks
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Pass98,010 miles (+4,812)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2017
    Odometer
    98,010 miles
    Test number
    967335274051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass93,198 miles (+654)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2016
    Odometer
    93,198 miles
    Test number
    735398525102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass92,544 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    92,544 miles
    Test number
    958615365055
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront cross member corroded
    • NoteSlight fluid leak on steering box
    • NoteSlight play in steeing box drop arm

  13. Fail92,544 miles (+4,283)1 failure1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,544 miles
    Test number
    355125865095
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront cross member corroded
    • NoteSlight fluid leak on steering box
    • NoteSlight play in steeing box drop arm

  14. Pass88,261 miles (+4,472)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    88,261 miles
    Test number
    177213464005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass83,789 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    83,789 miles
    Test number
    526450863078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail83,789 miles (+4,375)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,789 miles
    Test number
    758329953083
    • FailureFront Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  17. Pass79,414 miles (+3,642)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    79,414 miles
    Test number
    427846362022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass75,772 miles (+2,875)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    75,772 miles
    Test number
    138146061079
    • NoteSlight oil leak on steering box

  19. Pass72,897 miles (+4,599)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    72,897 miles
    Test number
    244257560067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass68,298 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    68,298 miles
    Test number
    121013869061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail68,298 miles (+1,945)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,298 miles
    Test number
    183293869425
    • Repaired at testBrake pedal anti-slip provision loose (3.3.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  22. Pass66,353 miles (+1,654)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    66,353 miles
    Test number
    400614068029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail64,699 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,699 miles
    Test number
    102512808016
    • Repaired at testOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  24. Pass64,699 miles (+6,813)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    64,699 miles
    Test number
    232262708035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass57,886 miles (+5,761)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    57,886 miles
    Test number
    491023066313
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Intermediate drop arm damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

  26. Pass52,125 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    52,125 miles
    Test number
    610260216071
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about Y273 MET

Does Y273 MET currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y273 MET expired on 29 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y273 MET?
The MOT on Y273 MET expired on 29 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y273 MET done?
Y273 MET was recorded at 119,519 miles at its MOT on 30 Mar 2022, an average of 4,156 miles a year.
Has Y273 MET ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y273 MET has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on Y273 MET ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 17 May 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y273 MET find?
Y273 MET passed its latest MOT on 30 Mar 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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