2015 Land Rover Discovery 3.0L Diesel · CF65 GZT

The vehicle's maintenance profile shows a worsening trend in mechanical condition as it approaches higher mileage. While the 2015 Land Rover Discovery maintained a clean record for several years, the most recent MOT cycle in September 2025 indicates a decline in upkeep. The vehicle failed on 9 September 2025 due to a damaged and excessively twisted nearside rear brake hose, though it passed the following day after repairs. The subsequent pass at 122,710 miles carries several advisories, including a noisy nearside rear wheel bearing, play in the nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint, and an ongoing oil leak. The mileage accumulation is consistent with typical usage for an eleven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 11,000 miles per year. The record shows steady progression from 46,167 miles in 2018 to the current 122,710 miles. There are no significant gaps in testing, and the mileage increases appear regular, suggesting the vehicle has been in consistent use rather than sitting idle for long periods. This steady usage explains the gradual onset of wear on consumable components like tyres and suspension bushings. A prospective buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the underside and engine bay. The oil leak has been a recurring advisory since November 2023, and while currently classified as not excessive, its persistence warrants investigation to determine if it stems from a gasket failure or a more significant seal issue. The recent advisories regarding the nearside rear wheel bearing and the anti-roll bar linkage suggest that suspension and drivetrain components are beginning to require replacement. The record also highlights a pattern of poor tyre management. The tester flagged worn tyres on the edges or near the legal limit in 2022, 2023, and again in 2025. This suggests infrequent tyre replacement or potential alignment issues. Given the recent failure of the brake hose and the noisy wheel bearing, a detailed check of the entire braking system and all wheel bearings is necessary to ensure no further degradation has occurred since the September 2025 test.