2017 Land Rover Discovery First Edition TD6 A 3.0L Diesel · DBZ 110

The vehicle most recently passed its MOT on 5 December 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded, continuing a pattern of clean test outcomes over the documented history. Prior to that, it passed on 2 November 2024 and again on 30 August 2023 and 19 August 2022, all without recorded defects. There is a single failed entry on 1 November 2024, but notably no defects are associated with that failure, which typically indicates that the test was aborted before completion, often due to an administrative or procedural issue rather than a mechanical or structural concern. Given the otherwise unbroken run of passes with no advisories, the overall maintenance trend appears stable and consistent, suggesting the vehicle has been kept in good roadworthy condition throughout its recorded testing history. With 64,398 miles recorded over approximately nine years, the vehicle averages around 7,155 miles annually, which sits comfortably within the typical usage bracket for a UK-registered car of this age. There are no obvious signs of unusually heavy mileage accumulation between tests, nor are there extended gaps suggesting prolonged standing. That said, a Land Rover Discovery of this vintage with moderate annual mileage will still have experienced steady wear on its primary consumables, particularly the front and rear brake discs and pads, the dual-mass flywheel if equipped with an automatic gearbox, the diesel particulate filter, and the suspension and drivetrain components. The relatively even spread of tests across consecutive years suggests regular use rather than long periods of inactivity, which is generally beneficial for preventing the corrosion and fluid degradation that often plague vehicles left standing. Given the clean MOT history and the absence of any recorded advisories, there is no specific recurring defect pattern to investigate, so the prospective buyer should focus on age- and mileage-related condition checks that fall outside the scope of a standard MOT inspection. The tyres should be examined closely for sidewall perishing and cracking, as nine-year-old rubber can harden and deteriorate from age alone even if the tread depth remains adequate, and the spare or space-saver should be checked for its production date. The 12-volt battery is likely due for replacement or at least load testing, particularly if the vehicle has seen any short-trip use typical of moderate annual mileage. Brake discs, especially on a heavy SUV of this type, are prone to corrosion at the inner and outer edges from standing or infrequent heavy braking, and binding calipers can develop over time, so a test drive should include several firm stops from higher speed to check for shudder, vibration, or pulling. Finally, calendar-based servicing should be verified independently of the MOT record, as MOT testing does not cover engine oil, coolant, brake fluid, or transmission fluid condition. Brake fluid is hygroscopic and should have been replaced at least every two years regardless of mileage, while diesel fuel system components such as the injectors, EGR valve, and DPF may require attention on a 2017 TD6 unit approaching the 70,000-mile mark. On a test drive, listen for any diesel-specific knocks or rattles on cold start, monitor for excessive smoke from the exhaust, and observe whether the transmission shifts smoothly, particularly on inclines where torque converter or gearbox issues often present first. A physical inspection underneath the vehicle for any signs of fluid weeping from the engine, transfer box, or differential, along with a check of the timing belt or chain service history if records are available, would round out a prudent pre-purchase evaluation of this Discovery First Edition.