2017 Land Rover Discovery Sport 2.0L Diesel · BA54 MJS

The 2017 Land Rover Discovery Sport presents a clean bill of health through its entire MOT record. Every single test from February 2022 through January 2026 passed with zero defects, advisories, or failures. The most recent test on 29 January 2026 at 87,519 miles returned a completely clean result, just five months ago. This is a remarkably consistent maintenance trend with no evidence of recurring mechanical or structural issues across five consecutive annual tests. The mileage accumulation tells a straightforward story. The car has covered 43,888 miles over the four-year span from February 2022 to January 2026, averaging roughly 10,972 miles per year. That sits slightly above the overall lifetime average of approximately 9,724 miles per year but remains well within normal usage for a family SUV. There are no suspicious gaps in the testing pattern, with annual MOTs completed consistently each January or February. The mileage progression between tests shows steady, predictable accumulation with no sudden jumps that would suggest prolonged periods of high-intensity use or, conversely, long periods of neglect. Despite the clean MOT history, a prospective buyer should still conduct a thorough physical inspection. The Discovery Sport's air suspension system, where fitted, is known for compressor failures and air strut leaks that may not always trigger an MOT advisory. The electronic parking brake system and rear brake calipers have been flagged across the model range for binding issues, so a test drive should include a check for dragging brakes and uneven disc wear. The 2.0-litre Ingenium diesel engine has had documented timing chain concerns, so listening for cold-start rattling at idle is advisable. Underbody condition deserves close attention, particularly around the rear subframe mounting points and suspension trailing arms, as corrosion in these areas is a known vulnerability on this platform even when it has not yet reached an MOT failure threshold. Interior electronics, including the infotainment touchscreen and terrain response controls, should be cycled through all functions, as intermittent electrical faults are common on this generation and may not present during a static MOT inspection.