2015 Land Rover Discovery Sport 2.0L Diesel · FE65 UJG

The Discovery Sport presents a broadly stable maintenance profile, though a recurring brake defect pattern warrants close attention. The most recent MOT on 26 November 2025 at 85,031 miles passed but flagged two advisories: an offside front tyre cut and worn, pitted rear brake discs on both sides. This is not a clean sheet, yet the defects were marginal rather than dangerous. Comparing it against the 2023 test on 20 November 2023 at 65,154 miles, which noted a single rear brake disc advisory, the rear braking system has deteriorated further over two years. The problem is not resolving. It is worsening incrementally, suggesting either deferred disc replacement or a caliper issue causing uneven wear. The vehicle has not failed an MOT, but the trend is not improving. Mileage accumulation sits at roughly 7,730 miles per year, which is typical for an eleven-year-old vehicle and does not raise immediate concern. The annual tests from November 2021 through November 2025 show steady, consistent use with no suspicious gaps or sudden jumps. The 8,925-mile increase between the 2024 and 2025 tests is slightly above the annual average but remains within a normal range. There is no evidence of long-term standing or clocking. The record is clean in terms of mileage continuity. A buyer should inspect the rear braking system thoroughly. The rear brake discs have appeared as advisories in two consecutive tests, and pitting combined with wear suggests the discs are approaching or past minimum thickness. Check whether the rear calipers are binding, as this accelerates disc wear and can cause uneven pad deposits. The offside front tyre cut noted in the November 2025 test may have since deepened, so examine it for ply exposure and sidewall integrity. Beyond the flagged items, focus the inspection on the suspension bushes and coil springs, which on Discovery Sports of this age commonly develop play, particularly given the mileage. Inspect the underside for corrosion on subframes and mounting points, as structural integrity on these vehicles can degrade without triggering MOT advisories until advanced. The exhaust system and DPF function should also be verified, given the annual mileage is moderate and short trips can lead to diesel particulate filter clogging.