2022 LAND ROVER DISCOVERY R-DYNAM HSE D MHEV A3.0L DIESEL

The vehicle holds a current, valid MOT following a pass on 16 September 2025 at 37,570 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable but flags a pattern of neglected basic consumable checks. The pass certificate was preceded by a failure just one day earlier on 15 September 2025 at 37,504 miles, indicating a reactive repair rather than proactive upkeep. Both tests recorded the engine oil level sitting just above the minimum mark, a condition that, while technically legal, suggests the previous owner ran the engine close to its service interval limits. This is a minor advisory rather than a defect, but it points toward a servicing regime that tolerated borderline fluid levels. The mileage progression is sparse but consistent with typical use. The vehicle has covered approximately 9,392 miles per year since registration in 2022, which is average for a large diesel SUV of this type. The gap between the failed test on 15 September 2025 at 37,504 miles and the pass on 16 September 2025 at 37,570 miles shows only 66 miles added in a single day, strongly suggesting a retest following a garage visit rather than genuine road use. No earlier MOT records are present in the supplied data, so longer-term wear trends cannot be confirmed beyond this narrow window. The most significant finding in the record is the failure for both rear tyres. The offside rear tyre fell below the 1.6mm legal tread depth minimum, while the nearside rear was worn close to the legal limit and on its edge. Worse, both rear tyres carried cuts deep enough to expose the ply or cords, a serious structural integrity concern that risks sudden deflation at speed. The fact that these were rectified within a day implies replacement rather than repair, which is the correct course of action. A buyer should physically inspect the replacement tyres for correct specification, matching brand fitment, and date codes to confirm they are not aged stock. Uneven edge wear on the nearside rear also warrants a suspension and alignment check, as this can indicate worn tracking geometry or a binding rear brake caliper. Beyond the tyres, the chronically low oil level is worth monitoring. A diesel MHEV unit with the oil sitting just above minimum between services may indicate slight consumption or a slow leak. During any in-person inspection, check the engine oil filler cap and dipstick for emulsification, inspect the undertray for fresh oil deposits, and examine the exhaust for blue or grey smoke on cold start. The rear suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake discs should also be visually assessed, as the tyre wear pattern and cut damage suggest the vehicle may have been driven hard or overloaded without regular alignment checks.