2004 LAND ROVER DISCOVERY2.7L Diesel

The Discovery presents a broadly roadworthy status based on the most recent test on 13 September 2021 at 173,129 miles, where it passed with no defects recorded. Maintenance trend appears stable across the available history, with passes in December 2017, December 2018, December 2019 and September 2021 showing no advisories. The only anomaly is the failure on 10 September 2021 at identical mileage, logged with no defects; the subsequent pass three days later implies either a procedural error or immediate correction of an unrecorded fault. Mileage progression aligns with typical use for a 22-year-old vehicle. The odometer advanced from 133,726 miles at the 11 December 2017 test to 145,289 by 14 December 2018, then 160,073 on 16 December 2019, reflecting roughly 11,500 to 14,800 miles per year. A longer interval followed, with the next test on 13 September 2021 showing 173,129 miles, equating to about 7,400 miles annually over twenty-one months. The sparse record shows no rapid accumulation or prolonged standing; previous owners likely used the car for moderate touring. Despite the clean MOT ledger, a buyer must physically inspect age-related components that tests may not flag until worn beyond limits. The tester recorded no advisories on suspension bushes, coil springs, brake discs or structural corrosion, yet a Land Rover at 173,129 miles will likely exhibit degraded rubber mounts and surface rust on chassis members. Examine the rear coil springs for fractures and probe sills and trailing arms for corrosion. Check brake calipers for binding and assess exhaust emissions under load. The absence of recorded defects suggests conscientious basic upkeep, but the 2021 fail with no listed defect warrants verification of the test certificate authenticity. Given the model's susceptibility to drivetrain and suspension wear, a pre-purchase inspection by a marque specialist remains prudent.