2002 Land Rover Discovery 4.0L Petrol · BJ52 EVT

This vehicle has not had a recorded MOT since September 2021, meaning it has been off the road or untested for nearly five years. This is a significant red flag for any buyer. The mechanical trend is worsening. While the history was clean between 2017 and 2019, the later tests show a pattern of escalating neglect. By 2021, the vehicle suffered from multiple oil leaks, a leaking steering box, and widespread wear across front and rear suspension bushes. Of greatest concern is the structural corrosion noted on the front cross member and general chassis. Combined with the corroded brake pipes seen in 2020, this suggests a vehicle struggling with rust, which is often terminal for this model. The mileage is very low for a 24-year-old vehicle, averaging around 5,400 miles per year. Given the lack of recent MOTs and the presence of perished dust covers and corrosion, this low mileage likely indicates long periods of standing rather than gentle use. Vehicles that sit idle often suffer more from seized components and perished rubber seals.