2018 Land Rover Discovery Sport 2.0L Diesel · FM02 JOY

The Discovery Sport presents as roadworthy following a pass on 30 January 2026 at 87,083 miles, with the maintenance trend appearing stable across its recorded history. The most recent test came one day after a failure on 29 January 2026 at 87,080 miles that listed no defects, indicating the earlier result was likely an administrative or presentational rejection rather than a mechanical fault. No advisories or defects appear on any test in the record. Mileage has accumulated at a typical rate for an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging around 10,885 miles per year. The record shows 54,893 miles at the April 2022 test, rising to 62,916 by March 2023, 73,754 by September 2024, and 87,083 by January 2026. A fifteen-month gap separates the 2023 and 2024 tests, though the mileage added remains consistent with prior use. The clean sheet across all entries suggests the previous keeper kept basic consumables and structural items within test limits. A buyer should still commission an independent inspection of suspension bushes, coil springs, brake discs, and underbody corrosion given the age and Land Rover's known susceptibility to chassis rust. The absence of advisories means worn components were not flagged, but testers only record what is borderline or failed at the time. Verify the 29 January 2026 failure reason with DVSA, as a no-defect fail often points to a documentation or lighting issue caught at the bay. Given the sparse but clean record, the vehicle shows no evidence of skipped upkeep or recurring mechanical trends. The 3-mile gap between the failed and passed January 2026 tests implies a swift correction or paperwork fix. Treat the history as reassuring, yet rely on a physical check of drivetrain seals and exhaust emissions before purchase.