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2015 LAND ROVER DISCOVERY3.0L DIESEL

WV 17

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LAND ROVER DISCOVERY (2015, DIESEL, 2993cc) — mileage recorded at 120,130. MOT status: valid. Road tax: paid. Check full history before buying.

MOT
Valid
Expires 24/11/2026
Tax
Taxed
Expires 01/12/2026
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Fuel
DIESEL
Year
2015
Engine
2993cc
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, evidenced by three consecutive clean MOT passes. The most recent test conducted on 17 November 2025 at 120,130 miles resulted in no recorded defects or minor advisories. This indicates a period of consistent maintenance following an initial failure in late 2022. The lack of advisory notices across the last three tests suggests that the previous owners proactively addressed wear items before they became failures. The mileage pattern is consistent with an eleven-year-old luxury SUV, averaging approximately 11,000 miles per annum. Between November 2022 and November 2023, the vehicle covered 12,421 miles, followed by a more modest interval of 1,000 miles in the following year. The recent jump of 4,855 miles between November 2024 and November 2025 shows steady usage. This regular operation is generally preferable to prevent the issues associated with long periods of standing, which can lead to accelerated deterioration of rubber components and brake seals. While the MOT record is clean, a buyer must perform a thorough physical inspection of high-wear components common to the Discovery model. Given the mileage, the air suspension system should be checked for leaks or sagging, as these components are not always captured in an MOT until they suffer catastrophic failure. Inspect the lower control arms and bushings for play or cracking, as the weight of the vehicle places significant stress on the suspension. Additionally, check for corrosion on the chassis and exhaust mounting points to ensure structural integrity remains sound despite the lack of recorded failures.

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Full MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 16 Jul 2026, 09:06
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, evidenced by three consecutive clean MOT passes. The most recent test conducted on 17 November 2025 at 120,130 miles resulted in no recorded defects or minor advisories. This indicates a period of consistent maintenance following an initial failure in late 2022. The lack of advisory notices across the last three tests suggests that the previous owners proactively addressed wear items before they became failures. The mileage pattern is consistent with an eleven-year-old luxury SUV, averaging approximately 11,000 miles per annum. Between November 2022 and November 2023, the vehicle covered 12,421 miles, followed by a more modest interval of 1,000 miles in the following year. The recent jump of 4,855 miles between November 2024 and November 2025 shows steady usage. This regular operation is generally preferable to prevent the issues associated with long periods of standing, which can lead to accelerated deterioration of rubber components and brake seals. While the MOT record is clean, a buyer must perform a thorough physical inspection of high-wear components common to the Discovery model. Given the mileage, the air suspension system should be checked for leaks or sagging, as these components are not always captured in an MOT until they suffer catastrophic failure. Inspect the lower control arms and bushings for play or cracking, as the weight of the vehicle places significant stress on the suspension. Additionally, check for corrosion on the chassis and exhaust mounting points to ensure structural integrity remains sound despite the lack of recorded failures.

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AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

Checking the history for this 2015 Land Rover Discovery (WV 17), we found 5 MOT results in the period of November 2022 to November 2025.

The vehicle has achieved an overall 80% pass rate, with 4 passes and 1 failure recorded. The car boasts an impressive record, which typically reflects a conscientious ownership history.

The most commonly flagged areas across all MOT tests are: Suspension (4 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Windscreen (2 issues). These areas are worth paying attention to when inspecting this vehicle.

There are 5 advisory notices in the MOT history. Advisories are not failures but indicate areas that may need attention in the future.

A total of 3 failure items have been recorded across all tests. Recent failure items include: “Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))”.

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Buying Score
72/100
Risk Level
Medium
Medium
Est. Annual Cost
£1,800-£2,400
Mileage
At 120,130 miles for an 11-year-old 2015...

Our Verdict

This 2015 Land Rover Discovery is a reasonable buy if priced correctly, but budget for suspension and brake upkeep given its MOT history. The clean recent tests show it is currently roadworthy, though its age and mileage warrant a careful inspection.

When negotiating, note the 2022 MOT failure at 101,854 miles for front and rear brake pads worn to indicators or wires, plus ineffective wipers and worn suspension arm bushes. Although these were addressed for the retest the same day, it shows the car needed significant consumable attention at around 100k miles, so ask for proof of the repair invoices and confirm a full service history covering the 3.0 TD6 diesel engine. Given the Discovery's complexity, verify timing belt or chain intervals and check for regular oil changes in the paperwork.

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