LAND ROVER DISCOVERY HSE SDV6 AUTO2016 · 3.0L Diesel

The Discovery presents as roadworthy with a stable maintenance trend. The most recent test on 4 April 2026 at 40,650 miles returned a pass with no defects recorded, continuing an unbroken sequence of clean results across the prior four years. Mileage accumulation has been consistently low for a ten-year-old vehicle. The record shows 27,649 miles at the February 2022 test, rising to 33,901 by March 2023, 35,836 in February 2024, 38,459 in February 2025, and 40,650 by April 2026. That equates to roughly 3,000 to 4,000 miles annually with no gaps or sudden jumps. The DVSA data is sparse in detail, listing no advisories or faults at any stage, which suggests either careful use or limited mechanical scrutiny beyond the basic test scope. A buyer should still commission an independent inspection of suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake calipers given the vehicle's age and likely periods of standing. Low annual mileage on a 2016 Discovery often masks perished rubber components and corroding brake discs that a pass certificate will not always expose. Structural integrity and underbody corrosion warrant particular attention on this model. The clean MOT history offers no evidence of welding or repair, but the SDV6 chassis is prone to rust where road salt accumulates. Verify the exhaust emissions system and drivetrain mounts in person before purchase.