2004 Land Rover Discovery 2.5L Diesel · VN54 AAO

The 2004 Land Rover Discovery presents as roadworthy following the most recent test on 11 April 2025 at 186,955 miles, where the tester recorded no defects and issued a pass. That examination sits fifteen months before the current date of 16 July 2026, so the clean sheet reflects condition at that time rather than today. Maintenance trend appears stable across the recorded history, with the prior pass on 10 April 2024 at 180,116 miles also clean. Two failed tests on 9 April 2025 and 23 January 2023 at 186,947 and 174,565 miles respectively show no defects logged, indicating the failures likely stemmed from non-mechanical compliance matters rather than worsening mechanical condition. Mileage progression aligns with typical use for a 22-year-old vehicle. The odometer advanced from 174,565 miles in January 2023 to 180,116 miles by April 2024, a modest 5,551 miles over fourteen months. By April 2025 it reached 186,955 miles, adding 6,839 miles across the subsequent year. Annualised figures sit below the 8,498-mile lifetime average, reflecting gentle recent use. The MOT dataset is sparse, comprising only five entries, yet every mechanical assessment returned a clean sheet with no advisories. A buyer should still commission a physical inspection of age-related components not always captured in MOT records. The tester flagged no suspension bushes, coil springs, or binding calipers, but a Discovery of this mileage will likely exhibit worn suspension arms and corroded subframes. Examine brake discs for scoring and measure exhaust emissions against current limits. Check structural integrity around chassis rails and bulkhead for rust perforation. Previous owners appear to have maintained basic compliance, though the twin same-day fail-pass pairs suggest administrative hiccups rather than neglected upkeep. The absence of recorded defects does not negate the need for scrutiny of consumable wear and serious structural corrosion before purchase.