2005 Land Rover Discovery 2.7L Diesel · AF05 FNX

The 2025‑12‑15 MOT at 166,419 miles passed, confirming the vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the near side front upper anti‑roll bar linkage ball joint exhibits slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i)). Since the 2022‑12‑07 failure that recorded a fractured anti‑roll bar linkage and severely weakened rear suspension arms, later tests have documented only minor defects such as tyre wear, headlamp lens defects and modest corrosion, indicating a stable maintenance pattern with no evident worsening of structural problems. Mileage has climbed from 102,247 miles in April 2016 to 166,419 miles by December 2025, a total increase of 64,172 miles over nine years, averaging roughly 7,100 miles per year, which matches the typical 7,925 miles per year for a 21‑year‑old Discovery. The annual increments between successive tests range from 5,300 to 11,000 miles, showing continuous use with no prolonged periods of stagnation. A buyer should therefore inspect the condition of the front and rear suspension bushes and ball joints, paying particular attention to the near side front upper anti‑roll bar linkage and any rear suspension arm bush wear, as these components have repeatedly shown play or excessive wear. The front brake hoses should be examined for ferrule corrosion and the braking system checked for binding calipers, while tyre tread depth must be measured, given the consistent record of tyres approaching the legal limit. Finally, the headlamp lenses, fuel tank hanger and chassis should be assessed for cracks, clouding or rust, and the steering rack inner joints verified for smooth movement, since these items have appeared in multiple test outcomes.