2009 Land Rover Discovery 2.7L Diesel · DV08 EDE

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status, having passed its most recent inspection in March 2026 with 175,744 miles and no recorded defects. The maintenance trend appears stable to improving following a significant mechanical failure in early 2023. While the vehicle previously struggled with suspension components, the lack of advisories in the latest two tests suggests that the previous owner has addressed identified faults before they reached a failure point. At 175,744 miles over 17 years, this Discovery has averaged approximately 10,338 miles per year, which aligns with typical UK usage for a vehicle of this age. The record shows consistent mileage patterns, with roughly 13,000 miles covered between each annual test from 2023 to 2026. This regularity indicates that the vehicle has been used consistently rather than sitting for long periods, which is generally beneficial for maintaining seals and preventing premature corrosion in the Land Rover's chassis components. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the rear suspension geometry and bushings, as the March 2023 failure of both rear upper suspension arm bushes indicates a vulnerability to wear in this area. Although the 2024 advisory for a nearside rear tyre worn on the edge suggested potential alignment issues or uneven wear, the subsequent pass shows no regression. Given the high mileage and age, a thorough check of the structural integrity for corrosion and the condition of the air suspension system remains essential, as these are common points of failure for this model that do not always manifest during a standard MOT test.