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Land Rover Discovery

Gold · Diesel · 2001 · 2,495 cc

Y879 XOCMOT history

Y879 XOC is a gold diesel Land Rover Discovery first used on 24 May 2001. Its MOT is valid until 16 Apr 2027 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 139,207 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Apr 2026.

Y879 XOC gold 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 16 Apr 2027
Mileage
139,207 mi
At MOT on 17 Apr 2026
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,578 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y879 XOC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Discovery
Colour
Gold
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
24 May 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y879 XOC was last recorded at 139,207 miles on 17 Apr 2026, 3,672 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
135,535 miles · 17 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
3,672 miles
Average per year
4,578 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 139,207 miles
  • 2025 – 135,535 miles
  • 2024 – 133,147 miles
  • 2023 – 131,227 miles
  • 2021 – 126,292 miles
  • 2020 – 124,386 miles
  • 2019 – 121,086 miles
  • 2018 – 118,314 miles
  • 2016 – 111,611 miles
  • 2015 – 108,515 miles
  • 2014 – 105,591 miles
  • 2013 – 102,783 miles
  • 2012 – 98,945 miles
  • 2011 – 89,189 miles
  • 2010 – 80,704 miles
  • 2009 – 70,290 miles
  • 2008 – 60,777 miles
  • 2007 – 56,813 miles
  • 2006 – 48,395 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass139,207 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Exhaust noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view crack at the bottom

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

Full MOT history

28 tests since 16 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass139,207 miles (+3,672)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    139,207 miles
    Test number
    418247704533
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass135,535 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    135,535 miles
    Test number
    745091120603
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Fail135,535 miles (+2,388)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,535 miles
    Test number
    860766328556
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe leaking on an air braking system (1.1.11 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass133,147 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    133,147 miles
    Test number
    299933324864
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail133,147 miles (+1,920)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,147 miles
    Test number
    169897856568
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass131,227 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    131,227 miles
    Test number
    780012850676
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view crack at the bottom (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail131,227 miles (+4,935)1 dangerous4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,227 miles
    Test number
    976703405449
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view crack at the bottom (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass126,292 miles (+1,906)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    126,292 miles
    Test number
    667775257769
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder side corroded

  9. Pass124,386 miles (+3,300)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    124,386 miles
    Test number
    792092138979
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

  10. Pass121,086 miles (+27)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    121,086 miles
    Test number
    603519475754

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail121,059 miles (+2,745)2 major1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,059 miles
    Test number
    621196627095
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner arch and our rigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass118,314 miles (+6,703)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    118,314 miles
    Test number
    222069476943
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  13. Pass111,611 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    111,611 miles
    Test number
    206275641559

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail111,611 miles (+3,096)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,611 miles
    Test number
    575572066175
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass108,515 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    108,515 miles
    Test number
    996379617427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail108,515 miles (+2,924)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,515 miles
    Test number
    310797878378
    • Repaired at testRear Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  17. Pass105,591 miles (+2,808)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    105,591 miles
    Test number
    889147504334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass102,783 miles (+3,838)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    102,783 miles
    Test number
    466322603310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass98,945 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    98,945 miles
    Test number
    668914002369
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  20. Fail98,933 miles (+9,744)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,933 miles
    Test number
    315474602323
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  21. Pass89,189 miles (+8,485)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    89,189 miles
    Test number
    325825291276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass80,704 miles (+10,414)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    80,704 miles
    Test number
    542293700329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass70,290 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    70,290 miles
    Test number
    660652309384
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Fail70,290 miles (+9,513)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,290 miles
    Test number
    982772909388
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Front Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass60,777 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    60,777 miles
    Test number
    822415108322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail60,768 miles (+3,955)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,768 miles
    Test number
    451141408479
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureRear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  27. Pass56,813 miles (+8,418)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    56,813 miles
    Test number
    601809337319
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteO/s/r bump stop missing

  28. Pass48,395 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    48,395 miles
    Test number
    671787066105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y879 XOC

Does Y879 XOC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y879 XOC is valid until 16 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y879 XOC?
The MOT on Y879 XOC is valid until 16 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y879 XOC done?
Y879 XOC was recorded at 139,207 miles at its MOT on 17 Apr 2026, an average of 4,578 miles a year.
Has Y879 XOC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y879 XOC has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on Y879 XOC 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 Y879 XOC find?
Y879 XOC passed its latest MOT on 17 Apr 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play; offside rear anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play; vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced.

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