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Land Rover Discovery

Red · Diesel · 2001 · 2,495 cc

Y39 TBCMOT history

Y39 TBC is a red diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 21 Jun 2001. Its MOT expired on 3 Oct 2023 and it has passed 17 of 31 MOT tests, with 190,248 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Oct 2022.

Y39 TBC red 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 3 Oct 2023
Mileage
190,248 mi
At MOT on 4 Oct 2022
MOT tests
31
17 passed · 14 failed
Per year
9,227 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y39 TBC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
21 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
4 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y39 TBC was last recorded at 190,248 miles on 4 Oct 2022, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Oct 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
190,245 miles · 3 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
9,227 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 190,248 miles
  • 2021 – 187,814 miles
  • 2020 – 181,097 miles
  • 2019 – 178,956 miles
  • 2018 – 167,488 miles
  • 2017 – 155,533 miles
  • 2016 – 145,285 miles
  • 2015 – 135,012 miles
  • 2014 – 129,124 miles
  • 2013 – 121,529 miles
  • 2012 – 111,073 miles
  • 2011 – 99,160 miles
  • 2010 – 87,403 miles
  • 2009 – 76,340 miles
  • 2008 – 67,764 miles
  • 2007 – 51,862 miles
  • 2006 – 38,276 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass190,248 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisorySpare tyre defectiveRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryAll repairs covered with heavy underseal

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.

  • Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Lower underbody corrosion throughout chassis advise wax oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit nail in tyre (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

31 tests since 15 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass190,248 miles (+3)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    190,248 miles
    Test number
    484995194799
    • MinorOffside Front Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective
    • AdvisoryAll repairs covered with heavy underseal

  2. Fail190,245 miles (+2,431)2 dangerous1 major2 repaired2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,245 miles
    Test number
    367937840010
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded and functionality of the braking system is affected (1.1.21 (e) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Lower Vehicle structure is so weakened by corrosion within 30cm of a towbar mounting, the towbar is likely to become detached (6.1.6 (i) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective

  3. Pass187,814 miles (+18)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    187,814 miles
    Test number
    127858622317
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryLower underbody corrosion throughout chassis advise wax oil

  4. Fail187,796 miles (+6,699)5 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,796 miles
    Test number
    114893007962
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn bush worn metal on metal marked up yellow (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced corroded (hole) needs repair marked up (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryLower underbody corrosion throughout chassis advise wax oil

  5. Pass181,097 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    181,097 miles
    Test number
    465093641987
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play front drag link (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced starting to split not yet parted (6.1.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail181,097 miles (+2,141)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,097 miles
    Test number
    790542036020
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play front drag link (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced starting to split not yet parted (6.1.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass178,956 miles (+11,468)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2020
    Odometer
    178,956 miles
    Test number
    242808781699
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end modified, but not inappropriately front (2.1.3 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced signs of metal fatigue advise to clean further inspect and wax oil (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Pass167,488 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2019
    Odometer
    167,488 miles
    Test number
    634621553205
    • AdvisoryDry surface rust advise waxoil
    • AdvisoryN/s front track rod end play in ball joint borderline advise replacing
    • AdvisoryO/s front tyre worn inner edge

  9. Fail167,488 miles (+11,955)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,488 miles
    Test number
    891258218330
    • Repaired at testSteering retaining device insecure steering box retain clip (2.2.C.1g)
    • AdvisoryDry surface rust advise waxoil
    • AdvisoryN/s front track rod end play in ball joint borderline advise replacing
    • AdvisoryO/s front tyre worn inner edge

  10. Pass155,533 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    155,533 miles
    Test number
    437929172323
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion inner wing (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Panhard rod synthetic mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement watts linkage (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion

  11. Fail155,531 miles (+10,246)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,531 miles
    Test number
    440399407653
    • FailureNearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner wing (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion inner wing (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Panhard rod synthetic mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement watts linkage (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion

  12. Pass145,285 miles (+15)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    145,285 miles
    Test number
    519263956893
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit nail in tyre (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail145,270 miles (+10,258)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,270 miles
    Test number
    558539028889
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit nail in tyre (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass135,012 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    135,012 miles
    Test number
    248588115103
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre perished

  15. Fail135,012 miles (+5,888)1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,012 miles
    Test number
    927868715102
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre perished

  16. Pass129,124 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    129,124 miles
    Test number
    109645134160
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)
    • NoteBoth rear suspension rubber bump stops missing
    • NoteOffside front tyre perished

  17. Fail129,124 miles (+7,595)2 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,124 miles
    Test number
    248755934494
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)
    • NoteBoth rear suspension rubber bump stops missing
    • NoteOffside front tyre perished

  18. Pass121,529 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    121,529 miles
    Test number
    685124463120
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth rear suspension bump stops missing

  19. Fail121,529 miles (+10,456)3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,529 miles
    Test number
    526938743195
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth rear suspension bump stops missing
    • NoteEngine oil low

  20. Pass111,073 miles5 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2013
    Odometer
    111,073 miles
    Test number
    766979042194
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteExhaust system corroded
    • NoteN/s/r lens slightly cracked
    • NoteRear boot step corroded
    • NoteRear brake pipes corroded

  21. Fail111,073 miles (+11,913)2 failures5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,073 miles
    Test number
    366459142189
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteExhaust system corroded
    • NoteN/s/r lens slightly cracked
    • NoteRear boot step corroded
    • NoteRear brake pipes corroded

  22. Pass99,160 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2012
    Odometer
    99,160 miles
    Test number
    566465241175
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on inner edges
    • NoteNearside rear indicator lens cracked
    • NoteOil weeping from steering box

  23. Fail99,160 miles (+11,757)1 dangerous2 failures1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,160 miles
    Test number
    458745041194
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on inner edges
    • NoteNearside rear brake disc scored due to worn out brake pad
    • NoteNearside rear indicator lens cracked
    • NoteOil weeping from steering box

  24. Pass87,403 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2011
    Odometer
    87,403 miles
    Test number
    952377140189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail87,403 miles (+11,063)1 dangerous1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,403 miles
    Test number
    214937540117
    • DangerousOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • NoteBoth front wiper blades split at ends

  26. Pass76,340 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2010
    Odometer
    76,340 miles
    Test number
    284638949131
    • NoteSLIGHT RUSTING REAR METAL BRAKE PIPES (THIS ITEM CLEANED AND TREATED)
    • NoteSPARE TYRE AND EXTERNAL SPARE WHEEL CARRIER NOT INSPECTED (COVER FITTED)
    • NoteWHILST THE FRONT BRAKE DISCS PASSED THE MOT STANDARD. THEY ARE WORN BELOW THE MANUFACTURES MIN WIDTH AND WE ADVISE THEIR REPLACEMENT AT THE NEXT SERVICE INTERVAL

  27. Fail76,340 miles (+8,576)1 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,340 miles
    Test number
    693858349139
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteSLIGHT RUSTING REAR METAL BRAKE PIPES (THIS ITEM CLEANED AND TREATED)
    • NoteSPARE TYRE AND EXTERNAL SPARE WHEEL CARRIER NOT INSPECTED (COVER FITTED)
    • NoteWHILST THE FRONT BRAKE DISCS PASSED THE MOT STANDARD. THEY ARE WORN BELOW THE MANUFACTURES MIN WIDTH AND WE ADVISE THEIR REPLACEMENT AT THE NEXT SERVICE INTERVAL

  28. Pass67,764 miles (+15,902)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    67,764 miles
    Test number
    871406488086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass51,862 miles (+186)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    51,862 miles
    Test number
    653937897083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail51,676 miles (+13,400)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,676 miles
    Test number
    163314997061
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

  31. Pass38,276 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    38,276 miles
    Test number
    444005606133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y39 TBC

Does Y39 TBC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y39 TBC expired on 3 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y39 TBC?
The MOT on Y39 TBC expired on 3 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y39 TBC done?
Y39 TBC was recorded at 190,248 miles at its MOT on 4 Oct 2022, an average of 9,227 miles a year.
Has Y39 TBC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y39 TBC has failed 14 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on Y39 TBC 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 Y39 TBC find?
Y39 TBC passed its latest MOT on 4 Oct 2022 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: offside front steering box leaking oil; registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; oil leak, but not excessive, and 3 more.

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