2009 Land Rover Discovery 3.0L Diesel · A51 LEY

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status, maintaining a consistent pass record over the last four years. The most recent test in October 2025 at 79,328 miles resulted in a pass with no recorded defects, following a failure just two days prior at 79,326 miles. This brief failure likely indicates a minor issue, such as a blown bulb or a sensor fault, that was rectified immediately, as the subsequent pass showed no evidence of mechanical or structural failure. The mileage profile is notably low for a seventeen-year-old Land Rover, averaging approximately 4,666 miles per year. The data shows steady, incremental use, moving from 71,391 miles in October 2022 to over 79,000 miles by late 2025. While low mileage suggests less wear on the drivetrain and engine components, the long intervals between tests can sometimes lead to the degradation of rubber-based parts or seized brake components. The lack of recorded advisories across multiple years suggests the previous owners have addressed maintenance items before they became formal MOT advisories. A buyer should conduct a physical inspection of the chassis and subframes for structural corrosion, as vehicles of this age are prone to surface and structural rust regardless of low mileage. Given the low usage, verify that the air suspension components and rubber bushings are without cracking, as these parts often perish from age rather than distance traveled. Check the brake system for binding calipers or pitted discs, as infrequent use can lead to uneven corrosion on the braking surfaces.