2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport 2.0L Diesel · FJ66 VMM

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a trend of recurring mechanical and component failures. While the most recent test in August 2024 at 74,346 miles resulted in a pass, it followed a failure eight days prior at 74,310 miles. This failure included a torn front suspension ball joint dust cover, a damaged rear reflector, and excessive exhaust emissions. Although these issues were addressed to secure the subsequent pass, the recurrence of suspension-related faults suggests a reactive approach to maintenance rather than a preventative one. The mileage profile is consistent with a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,400 miles per year. There is a notable gap of roughly 5,000 miles between the September 2022 test at 64,538 miles and the September 2023 test at 69,698 miles. This steady suggests regular usage patterns, though the relatively low annual mileage can sometimes lead to the degradation of rubber components and seals, which may align with the reported wear on suspension bushes and covers in the later records. A buyer must perform a close physical inspection of the front suspension, as the record shows the offside front lower arm and ball joint covers have been flagged multiple times across 2023 and 2024. The tester should check for signs of grease leakage or excessive play in the bushings to ensure previous repairs hold. The emissions failure in 2024 also warrants a check of the engine's health and exhaust system to ensure the vehicle remains operating within manufacturer parameters, especially given the previous indication light failure recorded in 2022.