LAND ROVER DISCOVERY2017 · 3.0L DIESEL

The 2017 Land Rover Discovery presents a clean and stable maintenance record through its most recent MOT on 11 November 2025 at 99,201 miles, where it passed with zero defects. Every recorded annual test from 2021 through 2025 returned a pass with no advisories or failures, indicating consistent upkeep and no recurring mechanical or structural faults over the last five years. The trend is firmly stable, with no evidence of worsening corrosion, emissions deterioration, or component fatigue flagged by any tester during this period. The mileage progression tells a coherent story of regular use. From 47,675 miles in November 2021 to 99,201 miles in November 2025, the vehicle accumulated 51,526 miles over four years, averaging roughly 12,881 miles per year. The annual increments are steady: 12,694 miles between 2021 and 2022, 14,009 between 2022 and 2023, 13,621 between 2023 and 2024, and 11,202 between 2024 and 2025. The slight dip in the most recent year suggests marginally lighter use but nothing that raises concern about long-term standing or neglect. No gaps appear in the annual testing pattern, with each MOT falling within the November window, which points to a single attentive owner or consistent servicing schedule. Despite the unblemished MOT record, a buyer should still conduct a thorough in-person inspection focused on areas the MOT does not continuously monitor. The Discovery's air suspension system, common on this generation, merits close scrutiny for compressor failure, air bag leaks, or uneven ride height, as these issues can develop between tests. The rear brake calipers and discs on this platform are known to suffer from binding and uneven wear, so a road test under varied braking conditions is advisable. Underbody corrosion around the rear subframe mounts, trailing arms, and inner wing seams should be inspected carefully, since Land Rover structures of this era are susceptible to corrosion that may not yet meet MOT failure thresholds but could compromise long-term structural integrity. The 2.0-litre Ingenium diesel powertrain should be checked for timing chain stretch, DPF regeneration health, and any signs of coolant leaks around the thermostat housing, all of which are known weak points on this engine. Tyre condition and date codes should also be verified, as the vehicle's weight and all-wheel-drive system can accelerate uneven wear that a single clean MOT does not rule out.