2008 Land Rover Discovery 2.7L Diesel · DA08 AYE

The 2025-06-24 MOT for this 2008 Land Rover Discovery resulted in a pass , but multiple suspension and corrosion issues were recorded. The nearside and offside front lower suspension arm ball joints showed slight play, and the rear suspension arms were corroded but not seriously weakened. General corrosion on the underside and rear vehicle structure remained, though structural rigidity was not significantly compromised. These issues mirror earlier MOT records, indicating persistent problems. Recurring suspension component wear and corrosion dominate the MOT history. Ball joints, suspension arms, and body structure corrosion have been consistently flagged since at least 2023. While some issues (e.g., fuel leaks, headlamp alignment) were addressed in later tests, the lack of improvement in suspension and corrosion suggests ongoing degradation. The 2025 MOT’s pass likely reflects repairs to the side steps (removed to eliminate sharp corrosion risks), but underlying structural and suspension concerns remain unresolved. The vehicle’s mileage of 178,474 miles aligns with an average of ~9,915 miles per year for its 18-year age, which is typical. This suggests neither extreme under-use nor heavy wear, but the consistent corrosion and suspension issues imply moderate to high exposure to harsh conditions (e.g., salt, moisture) or insufficient maintenance.