2015 Land Rover Discovery Sport 2.0L Diesel · AE65 VCU

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a pattern of reactive servicing rather than preventative care. The most recent test in November 2025 at 89,887 miles passed, yet it carried over advisories for front tyres worn to the legal limit. While the car is currently legal, the recurring nature of consumable failures suggests the owner only addresses issues once they trigger an MOT failure or reach a critical threshold. At 11 years old, the recorded mileage of 89,887 miles averages to approximately 8,172 miles per year, which aligns with typical national averages for a Discovery Sport. The data shows a consistent interval of use between June 2023 (74,518 miles) and July 2024 (84,784 miles), covering over 10,000 miles in a single year. This steady usage suggests the vehicle has been driven regularly, which is generally positive for rubber components and seals compared to long periods of stationary storage. A buyer must specifically inspect the front suspension and alignment geometry. The 2023 and 2024 records repeatedly flag tyres worn on the edges or edges, which typically indicates worn suspension bushes, faulty control arms, or incorrect tracking settings. Furthermore, the 2023 failure for thin front brake pads and lipped discs confirms that the braking system is operated until near failure. A physical inspection should check for uneven pad wear and any lateral steering play that would indicate worn ball joints. The repeated failure of windscreen wipers in both 2023 and 2024 highlights a lack of basic equipment checks. Given the age and model of the vehicle, the buyer should also check for structural corrosion on the chassis and wheel arches, although no structural issues were flagged in these specific tests. The mechanical trend shows a vehicle that is functional but requires immediate attention to its tyres and braking components to ensure long-term reliability.