2021 Land Rover Discovery Sprt Rdyn SE P300E A 1.5L Hybrid electric · AV21 FPF

A clean and consistently green DVSA MOT history defines this 2021 Land Rover Discovery Sport P300e plug-in hybrid, with three consecutive passes recorded at 2024-03-18, 2024-11-05, and most recently on 2026-02-19, the latter with no advisories or failures noted at 51,203 miles. The absence of any flagged advisories across these tests is particularly noteworthy for a vehicle in this weight and complexity class, as Discovery Sports are often recorded with advisories relating to coil spring corrosion, rear suspension arm bushes, and brake disc lipping well before this mileage. The lack of recorded defects suggests the braking, suspension, steering, exhaust, and underbody integrity components have all been presenting within MOT tolerances at each inspection, although the absence of advisories alone does not eliminate the possibility of borderline wear that has yet to cross the failure threshold. The recorded usage profile is broadly typical for a five-year-old family SUV, with an annual accumulation rate of roughly 10,241 miles per year from new to the most recent test. The spacing between the 2024 tests (March and November) indicates the vehicle covered considerable mileage over an eight-month window, while the longer gap between November 2024 and February 2026 is consistent with a car used primarily for shorter journeys interspersed with longer runs. For a P300e plug-in hybrid, this mixed usage pattern is mechanically relevant because the petrol 1.5-litre three-cylinder engine, three-speed transmission module, and rear electric drive unit all need to be regularly exercised to keep seals lubricated, the high-voltage battery conditioned, and the conventional ancillaries such as the 12V battery, brake fluid, and coolant maintained in serviceable condition. Extended periods of low-speed or short-trip running on electric power alone can mask developing issues in the petrol side of the drivetrain until the unit is put under sustained load. For a prospective buyer, the lack of recorded advisories means the inspection focus should shift towards components commonly affected on Discovery Sports of this age that may not yet have reached MOT failure thresholds. On the test drive, pay particular attention to the rear suspension, listening for clonks or thuds over uneven surfaces which can indicate wear in the trailing arm bushes, and feel for any vagueness through the centre of the steering that might point to rear axle bush degradation. Check the front brakes for any judder or vibration through the pedal under firm application, as the discs on these vehicles can develop lipping or corrosion pitting on the inner face even when outer wear appears acceptable. Given the plug-in hybrid drivetrain, also confirm that the petrol engine starts cleanly when the high-voltage state of charge is depleted, that the transition between electric and petrol propulsion is smooth without any shunt or vibration, and that the charging system functions correctly, as any driveline fault on this powertrain can be disproportionately expensive to remedy out of warranty. Finally, a thorough underbody examination and a pre-purchase inspection by a technician familiar with the P300e powertrain would be prudent despite the clean MOT record. Areas to scrutinise include the coil springs for any surface corrosion or cracking particularly towards the lower coils, the brake pipes and fuel lines for any signs of surface rust or stone-chip damage, and the exhaust downpipe and heat shields for any looseness. Inside the cabin, test all climate control functions, infotainment responses, and electric tailgate operation, as electronic faults on Land Rover products are not recorded on MOT tests but can be a source of significant post-purchase cost. A diagnostic read of the high-voltage system state of health and the 12V auxiliary battery condition would also provide reassurance given the mixed-use mileage profile suggested by the test spacing.