2004 Land Rover Discovery 2.7L Diesel · FP54 AOT

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the MOT history reveals a worsening trend regarding structural integrity. While the car passed the March 2026 test at 103,563 miles, it had failed just one mile prior. The tester initially flagged the nearside rear vehicle structure as corroded to the point of significantly reducing assembly rigidity. Although the subsequent pass indicates a repair was made to bring this specific area into compliance, the presence of heavy corrosion across the chassis and sills suggests the vehicle is reaching the limit of structural fatigue. At 22 years old, the recorded mileage of 103,563 miles represents an average of approximately 4,700 miles per year. This low usage suggests the vehicle has seen limited use or has sat for extended periods. The data shows a significant gap in activity between November 2023 and December 2024, where only 1,114 miles were covered. Such low mileage often correlates with the advanced levels of corrosion noted in the records, as lack of movement and airflow under the underbody can accelerate the degradation of metal components. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the chassis and sills, as the record consistently flags heavy corrosion in critical areas, including seat belt anchorages. The 2025 test specifically noted that inner sills and chassis were heavily corroded, with sill covers used to mask the extent of the damage. Attention is required for the suspension arms and brake hoses, which have been flagged for corrosion across multiple tests. The persistent but minor oil leak from the sump noted in 2024 and 2025 should be monitored to ensure it does not evolve into a more significant failure.