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Land Rover Discovery

Blue · Diesel · 2001 · 2,495 cc

Y278 FNUMOT history

Y278 FNU is a blue diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 30 Apr 2001. Its MOT expired on 12 Dec 2025 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 224,331 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Dec 2024.

Y278 FNU blue 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 12 Dec 2025
Mileage
224,331 mi
At MOT on 13 Dec 2024
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
8,265 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y278 FNU
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
30 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Dec 2025
Latest MOT test
13 Dec 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y278 FNU was last recorded at 224,331 miles on 13 Dec 2024, 5,797 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Dec 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
218,534 miles · 7 Dec 2023
Between the last two tests
5,797 miles
Average per year
8,265 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 224,331 miles
  • 2023 – 218,534 miles
  • 2022 – 213,813 miles
  • 2021 – 209,639 miles
  • 2020 – 205,154 miles
  • 2019 – 201,963 miles
  • 2018 – 201,841 miles
  • 2017 – 189,988 miles
  • 2016 – 179,887 miles
  • 2015 – 168,227 miles
  • 2014 – 155,098 miles
  • 2013 – 146,616 miles
  • 2012 – 146,177 miles
  • 2011 – 137,396 miles
  • 2010 – 121,991 miles
  • 2009 – 110,650 miles
  • 2008 – 105,577 miles
  • 2007 – 96,351 miles
  • 2006 – 82,800 miles
  • 2005 – 62,986 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass224,331 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (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 Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Offside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play top and bottom steering swivels

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

30 tests since 6 Jun 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass224,331 miles (+5,797)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    224,331 miles
    Test number
    510543021818
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  2. Pass218,534 miles (+38)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    218,534 miles
    Test number
    600480410151
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play top and bottom steering swivels (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail218,496 miles (+4,683)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    218,496 miles
    Test number
    771243474269
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play top and bottom steering swivels (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass213,813 miles (+63)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    213,813 miles
    Test number
    285238809757
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive coil spring upper mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive coil spring upper mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear complete tow bar assembly removed at time of re-test

  5. Fail213,750 miles (+4,111)4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    213,750 miles
    Test number
    189587024534
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorCentral Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn watts linkage lower rose joint worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorOffside Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive coil spring upper mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive coil spring upper mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass209,639 miles (+47)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    209,639 miles
    Test number
    584520622451
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component ball joint has slight play watts linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail209,592 miles (+4,438)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    209,592 miles
    Test number
    158969154903
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component ball joint has slight play watts linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass205,154 miles (+69)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    205,154 miles
    Test number
    339426567003
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisorySuspension component ball joint has slight play watts linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Fail205,085 miles (+3,122)2 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,085 miles
    Test number
    444115792865
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorProp shaft joint excessively worn Joint at rear of front propshaft (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisorySuspension component ball joint has slight play watts linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass201,963 miles (+122)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    201,963 miles
    Test number
    108275364934
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All 4 tyres (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass201,841 miles (+11,853)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    201,841 miles
    Test number
    262464156585
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension rod ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass189,988 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    189,988 miles
    Test number
    807901642036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail189,988 miles (+10,101)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,988 miles
    Test number
    528363715390
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  14. Pass179,887 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    179,887 miles
    Test number
    359631776887
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront fog light loose

  15. Fail179,887 miles (+11,660)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,887 miles
    Test number
    827381772438
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront fog light loose

  16. Pass168,227 miles (+13,129)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    168,227 miles
    Test number
    797193805250
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Pass155,098 miles (+8,482)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    155,098 miles
    Test number
    658004274121
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteO/s/r axle hub seal leaking

  18. Pass146,616 miles (+439)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    146,616 miles
    Test number
    648733283172
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  19. Pass146,177 miles (+8,781)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    146,177 miles
    Test number
    989252722237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass137,396 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    137,396 miles
    Test number
    529609391152
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Fail137,396 miles (+15,405)4 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,396 miles
    Test number
    238499791109
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Pass121,991 miles (+11,341)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    121,991 miles
    Test number
    602577100295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass110,650 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    110,650 miles
    Test number
    270681099422

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail110,650 miles (+5,073)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,650 miles
    Test number
    991560999113
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  25. Pass105,577 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    105,577 miles
    Test number
    161034908246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail105,577 miles (+9,226)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,577 miles
    Test number
    322314508259
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  27. Pass96,351 miles (+13,551)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    96,351 miles
    Test number
    643978707267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass82,800 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    82,800 miles
    Test number
    422112426231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail82,800 miles (+19,814)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,800 miles
    Test number
    404151026298
    • FailureCentre Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureTrack rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  30. Pass62,986 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    62,986 miles
    Test number
    262027055146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y278 FNU

Does Y278 FNU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y278 FNU expired on 12 Dec 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y278 FNU?
The MOT on Y278 FNU expired on 12 Dec 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y278 FNU done?
Y278 FNU was recorded at 224,331 miles at its MOT on 13 Dec 2024, an average of 8,265 miles a year.
Has Y278 FNU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y278 FNU has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on Y278 FNU 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 Y278 FNU find?
Y278 FNU passed its latest MOT on 13 Dec 2024 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip; offside front wheel bearing has slight play.

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