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Land Rover Discovery

Green · Diesel · 2001 · 2,495 cc

Y879 XKKMOT history

Y879 XKK is a green diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 30 Apr 2001. Its MOT is valid until 28 Oct 2026 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 155,964 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Oct 2025.

Y879 XKK green 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 28 Oct 2026
Mileage
155,964 mi
At MOT on 29 Oct 2025
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,153 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y879 XKK
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 valid until 28 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
29 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y879 XKK was last recorded at 155,964 miles on 29 Oct 2025, 9 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Oct 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 10 Oct 2025: 155,955 miles, lower than 248,708 miles on 2 Oct 2024.

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
155,955 miles · 10 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
9 miles
Average per year
6,153 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 155,964 miles
  • 2024 – 248,708 miles
  • 2022 – 148,746 miles
  • 2021 – 140,254 miles
  • 2020 – 136,418 miles
  • 2018 – 130,388 miles
  • 2017 – 124,489 miles
  • 2015 – 113,494 miles
  • 2014 – 107,046 miles
  • 2013 – 101,387 miles
  • 2012 – 94,967 miles
  • 2011 – 83,727 miles
  • 2010 – 75,199 miles
  • 2009 – 68,584 miles
  • 2008 – 60,240 miles
  • 2007 – 52,727 miles
  • 2006 – 43,396 miles
  • 2005 – 30,437 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass155,964 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear weld repairs coverd in sealer
  • AdvisoryChassis corroded
  • AdvisoryChassis coverd in sealer

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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached

    Major2 MOTs, 2024

  • Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Vehicle has underbody corrosion to chassis and body

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

28 tests since 4 Jun 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass155,964 miles (+9)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    155,964 miles
    Test number
    981612120743
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear weld repairs coverd in sealer
    • AdvisoryChassis corroded
    • AdvisoryChassis coverd in sealer
  2. Fail155,955 miles (-92,753)9 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,955 miles
    Test number
    419047423576
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn Excessive Lift (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint excessively worn Excessive Lift (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Holes In Chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  3. Pass248,708 miles (+33)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    248,708 miles
    Test number
    750189254946
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  4. Fail248,675 miles (+6)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    248,675 miles
    Test number
    230053781164
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced towbar mounting prescribed area chassis inner side (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Integral body structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced Upper spring mounting repair incomplete welds (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle has underbody corrosion to chassis and body
  5. Fail248,669 miles6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    248,669 miles
    Test number
    348167238163
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting Chassis *marked* (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis corrosion within 30cm of upper spring mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle has underbody corrosion to chassis and body
  6. Pass246,750 km8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    246,750 km
    Test number
    486206138491
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion to body and chassis
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  7. Pass148,746 miles (+23)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    148,746 miles
    Test number
    163470282645
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm,by,diff (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear,chasses,had,extensive,welding,been,carry,out
  8. Fail148,723 miles (+8,469)2 dangerous5 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,723 miles
    Test number
    969482805041
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced out,rigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Fuel system component leaking fuel,filter (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm,by,diff (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s/f,brake,flexi,hose,clip,missing
    • AdvisoryRear,chasses,had,extensive,welding,been,carry,out
  9. Pass140,254 miles (+22)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    140,254 miles
    Test number
    967015998600
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  10. Fail140,232 miles2 dangerous5 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,232 miles
    Test number
    634665275703
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system pipe popped in brake rollers (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 235/70r16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play rear steering arm outer ball joint, nut not tight (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn nut not tight on lower ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  11. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    692825349033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail136,418 miles (+6,030)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,418 miles
    Test number
    131268021024
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
  13. Pass130,388 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    130,388 miles
    Test number
    538665995828
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  14. Fail130,388 miles (+5,899)3 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,388 miles
    Test number
    778462619444
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • Repaired at testElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  15. Pass124,489 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    124,489 miles
    Test number
    666584063936
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
  16. Fail124,489 miles (+10,995)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,489 miles
    Test number
    746372228566
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
  17. Pass113,494 miles (+6,448)8 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    113,494 miles
    Test number
    697079795159
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • NoteOil leak
  18. Pass107,046 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    107,046 miles
    Test number
    918539594155
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
  19. Fail107,043 miles (+5,656)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,043 miles
    Test number
    179889494131
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
  20. Pass101,387 miles (+6,420)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    101,387 miles
    Test number
    108097503243
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
  21. Pass94,967 miles (+11,240)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    94,967 miles
    Test number
    387085802481
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing low
  22. Pass83,727 miles (+8,528)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    83,727 miles
    Test number
    365977901274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass75,199 miles (+6,615)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    75,199 miles
    Test number
    220515890158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass68,584 miles (+8,344)7 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    68,584 miles
    Test number
    774129299190
    • NoteChips In Windscreen
    • NoteEmission Test Limits Only Just Met
    • NoteEngine Oil Leaks
    • NoteFront Brake Discs Slightly Lipped
    • NoteFront Brake Pads Low
    • NoteNearside Rear Tyre 2mm (Legal Limit 1.6mm)
    • NoteRear Brake Pads Low
  25. Pass60,240 miles (+7,513)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    60,240 miles
    Test number
    992925688136
    • NoteFront discs lipped, front pads low
  26. Pass52,727 miles (+9,331)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    52,727 miles
    Test number
    444865407260
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  27. Pass43,396 miles (+12,959)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    43,396 miles
    Test number
    781031126265
    • NoteBoth front tyres thin on inner edges
  28. Pass30,437 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    30,437 miles
    Test number
    823885955113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y879 XKK

Does Y879 XKK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y879 XKK is valid until 28 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on Y879 XKK?
The MOT on Y879 XKK is valid until 28 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y879 XKK done?
Y879 XKK was recorded at 155,964 miles at its MOT on 29 Oct 2025, an average of 6,153 miles a year.
Has Y879 XKK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y879 XKK has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on Y879 XKK ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 10 Oct 2025. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y879 XKK find?
Y879 XKK passed its latest MOT on 29 Oct 2025 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: offside front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front upper suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive; offside front lower suspension component ball joint has slight play, and 3 more.

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