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Land Rover Discovery

Green · Diesel · 2001 · 2,495 cc

Y297 SBCMOT history

Y297 SBC is a green diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 30 Apr 2001. Its MOT expired on 4 Oct 2023 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 161,442 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Oct 2022.

Y297 SBC green 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 4 Oct 2023
Mileage
161,442 mi
At MOT on 5 Oct 2022
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
7,436 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y297 SBC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
30 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
5 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y297 SBC was last recorded at 161,442 miles on 5 Oct 2022, 939 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Sept 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
160,503 miles · 28 Sept 2021
Between the last two tests
939 miles
Average per year
7,436 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 161,442 miles
  • 2021 – 160,503 miles
  • 2020 – 158,295 miles
  • 2019 – 155,786 miles
  • 2016 – 151,403 miles
  • 2015 – 144,243 miles
  • 2014 – 137,963 miles
  • 2013 – 135,477 miles
  • 2012 – 127,158 miles
  • 2011 – 120,075 miles
  • 2009 – 82,836 miles
  • 2008 – 69,615 miles
  • 2007 – 55,348 miles
  • 2006 – 43,470 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass161,442 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar bushes wornRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryFront Lower bumper / radiator carrier corroded
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner brake pad anti-rattle spring not fitted correctly
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint at steering box has slight play
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in track rod end
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Brake discs deterioratedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Corrosion to chassisRecorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension bump stops missing x 2
  • AdvisoryRear Watts linkage worn

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)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Front Windscreen wipers poor

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Slight play in lower suspension ball joint

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Corrosion to lower front member / bumper carrier

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Slight play in lower suspension ball joint

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

25 tests since 23 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass161,442 miles (+939)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    161,442 miles
    Test number
    327954466183
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar bushes worn
    • AdvisoryFront Lower bumper / radiator carrier corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner brake pad anti-rattle spring not fitted correctly
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint at steering box has slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in track rod end
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake discs deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear Corrosion to chassis
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension bump stops missing x 2
    • AdvisoryRear Watts linkage worn

  2. Pass160,503 miles (+666)1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    160,503 miles
    Test number
    505602742991
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to lower front member / bumper carrier
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen wipers poor
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Slight play in lower suspension ball joint
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn, perished & cracked
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Slight play in lower suspension ball joint
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Slight play in track rod / arm ball joint at steering box
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Slight play in track rod end / steering arm to rear
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre perished & cracked
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre perished & cracked
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Corrosion to chassis
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension bump stops missing

  3. Pass159,837 miles (+1,542)1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    159,837 miles
    Test number
    730587219389
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to lower front member / bumper carrier
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Damage to bumper assembly
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Slight play in lower suspension ball joint
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad worn more than others
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to limit
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Slight play in track rod ball joint at steering box arm
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Slight play in track rod end
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre perished & cracked
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre perished & cracked
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Bump stops missing
    • AdvisoryRear Corrosion to chassis
    • AdvisoryWarning light on dash

  4. Pass158,295 miles15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    158,295 miles
    Test number
    250175354556
    • AdvisoryBattery poorly secured
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar bushes worn
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen wipers poor
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner brake pad not fitted correctly (Anti-rattle spring)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Very slight play in lower suspension ball joint
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension bump stop missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Slight play in lower suspension ball joint
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Very slight play in lower suspension ball joint
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension bump stop missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre perished
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering fluid level on minimum
    • AdvisoryRear Brake discs deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear Corrosion to chassis

  5. Fail158,295 miles (+2,509)1 dangerous5 major15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,295 miles
    Test number
    320387523968
    • DangerousOffside Rear Suspension system inoperative Air bag suspension at maximum height (5.3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBattery poorly secured
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar bushes worn
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen wipers poor
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner brake pad not fitted correctly (Anti-rattle spring)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Very slight play in lower suspension ball joint
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension bump stop missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Slight play in lower suspension ball joint
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Very slight play in lower suspension ball joint
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension bump stop missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre perished
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering fluid level on minimum
    • AdvisoryRear Brake discs deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear Corrosion to chassis

  6. Pass155,786 miles (+22)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    155,786 miles
    Test number
    695588771187
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBumper damage

  7. Fail155,764 miles (+4,361)11 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,764 miles
    Test number
    828932755984
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both lights reflectors no good / misted lenses (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper not working both (3.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced wrong lense (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorRear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorTrailer electrical socket likely to become detached (4.10 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBumper damage

  8. Pass151,403 miles (+7,160)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    151,403 miles
    Test number
    544456659369
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear chassis corroded near tow bar mountings

  9. Pass144,243 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    144,243 miles
    Test number
    436643678144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail144,233 miles (+6,270)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,233 miles
    Test number
    717429079404
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting CHASSIS SPLIT AND HOLED (6.6.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting CHASSIS HOLED (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion CROSS MEMBER HOLED (6.1.B.2)

  11. Pass137,963 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    137,963 miles
    Test number
    538707114358
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Fail137,963 miles (+2,486)8 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,963 miles
    Test number
    496105914443
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureNearside Lower Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass135,477 miles (+8,319)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    135,477 miles
    Test number
    509176113360
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass127,158 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    127,158 miles
    Test number
    497240622383
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteEngine oil leak

  15. Fail127,158 miles (+7,083)2 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,158 miles
    Test number
    555529412383
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteEngine oil leak

  16. Pass120,075 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    120,075 miles
    Test number
    408339011465
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside wiper blade split
    • NoteOffside wiper blade split
    • NoteWater in Offside headlamp

  17. Fail120,075 miles (+17,111)1 failure2 repaired2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,075 miles
    Test number
    428571911378
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside wiper blade split
    • NoteOffside wiper blade split
    • NoteWater in Offside headlamp

  18. Pass102,964 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    102,964 miles
    Test number
    188351911427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail102,961 miles (+20,125)1 failure2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,961 miles
    Test number
    149297901055
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass82,836 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    82,836 miles
    Test number
    300121349382

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail82,836 miles (+13,221)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,836 miles
    Test number
    932248239372
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteNsr bump stop missing

  22. Pass69,615 miles (+14,267)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    69,615 miles
    Test number
    902885128302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass55,348 miles (+11,878)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    55,348 miles
    Test number
    111228017368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail43,470 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,470 miles
    Test number
    180897326350
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

  25. Pass43,470 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    43,470 miles
    Test number
    691707926302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y297 SBC

Does Y297 SBC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y297 SBC expired on 4 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y297 SBC?
The MOT on Y297 SBC expired on 4 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y297 SBC done?
Y297 SBC was recorded at 161,442 miles at its MOT on 5 Oct 2022, an average of 7,436 miles a year.
Has Y297 SBC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y297 SBC has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Mar 2020.
Has the mileage on Y297 SBC 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 Y297 SBC find?
Y297 SBC passed its latest MOT on 5 Oct 2022 with 1 minor defect and 10 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front anti-roll bar bushes worn; front lower bumper / radiator carrier corroded, and 8 more.

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