2009 Land Rover Discovery 3.0L Diesel · AU09 XRB

The overall roadworthiness verdict for this Land Rover Discovery points to a remarkably stable maintenance trend, anchored by a clean pass on November 10, 2025 at 142,994 miles. This most recent test recorded zero defects or advisories, mirroring consecutive clear passes from October 2024, October 2023, and October 2022. The sole blemish in the recent timeline is an administrative failure on October 25, 2023, which was rectified five days later without any recorded mechanical faults. Such a run of clear certificates on a heavy four-wheel-drive vehicle indicates that previous keepers addressed issues promptly and maintained basic upkeep. Accumulating 142,994 miles over roughly seventeen years yields an average of approximately 8,400 miles annually, representing entirely typical usage for a diesel utility vehicle of this vintage. The mileage increments between annual tests show consistent, steady progression without any suspicious gaps, prolonged periods of dormancy, or extreme spikes in distance. This regular use pattern reduces the risk of seized components or degraded fluid seals often associated with vehicles left sitting idle for months on end. Despite the pristine appearance of the recent MOT certificates, a physical inspection must focus on heavy mechanical components typical of this platform, specifically the air suspension system, lower suspension arms, and brake discs. Testers cannot dismantle body panels during an annual test, meaning potential chassis corrosion around the rear subframe and structural mounting points requires thorough probing with a hammer and torch. Prospective buyers should also verify the operation of the electronic parking brake and check for oil leaks around the differential housings and transfer box, as these items frequently demand attention on high-mileage Discovery models regardless of clean pass sheets.