2017 Land Rover Discovery 3.0L Diesel · AN06 AAA

The vehicle maintains a roadworthy status, though the maintenance trend shows minor fluctuations rather than absolute perfection. The most recent test on 24 March 2023 at 18,504 miles resulted in a pass with only a slightly damaged offside front tyre. This represents an improvement over the 2021 period where the vehicle failed on structural and tyre issues, suggesting that the owner addressed the previous mechanical faults identified by the tester. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,056 miles per year. Between March 2020 at 12,765 miles and March 2023 at 18,504 miles, the car covered only 5,739 miles. While this low usage suggests minimal wear on the engine and drivetrain, long periods of inactivity can lead to the degradation of rubber-based components, brake seals, and fluid chemistry. There is a significant gap of over three years since the last recorded MOT, meaning the vehicle's current roadworthiness is unverified by official DVSA data. A buyer must conduct a physical inspection of the nearside front wheel arch, as this was flagged as insecure in both the 2021 failure and subsequent pass. Ensure the clips or fasteners are replaced and no hidden corrosion is present behind the trim. Given the low mileage, check the brake discs for surface pitting or seized calipers, which often occur when vehicles sit stationary for extended periods. Inspect the tyres for sidewall cracking or age, as low-mileage tyres often age out before the tread reaches the legal limit.