2012 Land Rover Discovery 3.0L Diesel · E24 SAP

This Discovery presents a clean bill of health at its most recent MOT on 12 May 2026, recording 122,116 miles with zero defects. The maintenance trend is firmly stable. A complete absence of advisories or failures across every recorded test since 2015 points to consistent, attentive ownership and no lingering mechanical or structural concerns flagged by DVSA testers over the vehicle's life. The mileage pattern tells an unusual story. Between the May 2017 test at 39,679 miles and the May 2025 test at 119,525 miles, the vehicle accumulated roughly 80,000 miles across an eight-year span, averaging 10,000 miles annually. That is a significant jump from the earlier period, where it covered just 14,628 miles between May 2015 and May 2017. The gap between 2017 and 2025 is notable, with no intermediate MOT records on file. Whether the vehicle saw sustained daily use or a period of storage during that window is unclear from the data alone. The current annualised average of around 8,700 miles sits within a normal range for a vehicle of this age, but the uneven accumulation warrants closer scrutiny of high-mileage wear components. With no recurring faults on record, a buyer should focus on inspecting items that typically deteriorate on a heavy off-road platform regardless of MOT outcomes. Check the chassis and inner wing lower edges for corrosion, particularly around the rear crossmember and front subframe mounts, as structural rust is a known vulnerability on Discovery 4 models. Examine the suspension bushes, coil spring seats, and air suspension compressor pipework for leaks or deterioration. Inspect the condition of the front and rear brake discs and pads for uneven wear, and assess the handbrake mechanism, which can suffer from seized cables on these vehicles. A test drive should evaluate the gearbox for harsh shifts and the transfer box for any whine or clunks during low-speed manoeuvres. The clean MOT record is encouraging, but a physical inspection remains essential to verify the condition of these age and weight-related components.