LAND ROVER DISCOVERY2002 · 2.5L DIESEL

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status, maintaining a clean MOT record over the last three years. Following the most recent test in April 2025 at 143,138 miles, the Discovery passed with no recorded defects. This follows a sequence of clean passes in October 2023 and 2024, indicating that the primary mechanical and safety components have met DVSA standards without recurring failures in the most recent inspection cycles. The mileage profile is notably low for a 24-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,000 miles per annum. Data shows a significant gap between October 2021 and October 2023, where the vehicle covered only 1,258 miles over two years. However, usage has increased more recently, with 7,254 miles recorded between October 2023 and April 2025. This shift suggests the vehicle is no longer sitting stationary for long periods, which can sometimes lead to the degradation of rubber-based components and fluid-related issues despite low total odometer reading. Despite the clean test history, a buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the structural integrity of the chassis. Land Rover Discoveries of this era are prone to significant corrosion in the frame rails and mounting points which may not always manifest as an MOT failure until damage is severe. The suspension bushes and coil springs should be checked for cracking, as low-mileage vehicles often suffer from dry rot in rubber rather than mechanical wear. Checking the brakes for seized calipers or pitted discs is also advisable given the long periods of inactivity identified in the mileage history.