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2015 Land Rover Discovery Sport 2.0L Diesel · LF65 AAU

LF65 AAU

2015 Land Rover Discovery Sport (2.0L, diesel). First registered 30 Sept 2015. Recorded mileage 116,410 miles. MOT valid until 05 May 2027.

Make & Model
LAND ROVER DISCOVERY SPORT
Year / Origin
2015 · Stanmore (North London)
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 05 May 2027
Road Tax
Untaxed (21 Aug 2026)
Recorded Mileage
116,410 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 2.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 05 May 2027
Tax Status
Untaxed
Tax due 21 Aug 2026
Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2015
Engine
1999cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle’s most recent MOT on 2025‑03‑27 passed with no defects recorded at 103,962 miles, providing a clean baseline after a single failure on 2025‑03‑26 at 103,959 miles that also showed no defects. This pattern suggests a stable maintenance regime, though the unexplained failure warrants scrutiny. The MOT is now approximately sixteen months expired, leaving the car’s roadworthiness status uncertain until a fresh test is completed. Mileage progression shows roughly 41,775 miles added over the last four years, averaging about 9,450 miles annually. The period between the May 2024 test (94,096 miles) and the March 2025 test (103,962 miles) saw a rise of nearly 9,866 miles in just ten months, exceeding the typical yearly accumulation. The record is otherwise sparse, with no recurring fault entries across the five inspections. A prospective buyer should inspect the suspension bushes and coil springs for wear indicative of the accumulated mileage, examine the rear brake calipers for binding and the discs for uneven wear or corrosion, and assess the exhaust system for leaks or rust. Structural integrity of the chassis and underbody should be checked for corrosion, especially in areas prone to road‑salt exposure. Finally, confirm that a current MOT is held and that service history supports regular保养, as the expired MOT points to a lapse in compliance.
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LF65 AAU Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 07/05/2026
  • 116,410 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring tyres items (6 mentions)

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LF65 AAU MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 15 Sept 2026, 11:51
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2015 Land Rover Discovery Sport (LF65 AAU) between May 2024 and May 2026.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 07 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (6 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 9 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))”; “Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))”.

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LF65 AAU Mileage History

  1. 10/05/202494,096 mi
  2. 26/03/2025103,959 mi+9,863 mi
  3. 27/03/2025103,962 mi+3 mi
  4. 06/05/2026116,409 mi+12,447 mi
  5. 07/05/2026116,410 mi+1 mi

Average of roughly 11,208 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant

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78
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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