2017 Land Rover Discovery Sport 2.0L Diesel · GX67 URE

The Discovery Sport holds a valid MOT pass from 9 February 2026 at 76,750 miles, yet the maintenance trend over the preceding months is mixed rather than consistently improving. The vehicle failed on 31 January 2026 at 76,532 miles for worn and pitted rear brake discs on both sides and an inoperative engine MIL, then passed on 9 February 2026 with the same rear brake disc advisories still present. This pattern indicates the rear braking components were addressed only partially, or the deterioration was marginal enough to pass on the second attempt, but the underlying wear remains unresolved. The repeated rear brake disc advisory in consecutive tests suggests a developing issue that a previous owner monitored rather than fully rectified. The mileage accumulation is broadly typical for a 2017 vehicle, averaging roughly 8,500 miles per year. The record shows a jump of approximately 8,583 miles between the January 2025 and February 2025 tests and the January 2026 test, which is consistent with steady daily use rather than long periods of inactivity. The gap between the January 2026 failure and the February 2026 pass is only nine days and 218 miles, indicating a focused retest rather than a prolonged repair campaign. There are no alarming mileage anomalies, but the service history between 2024 and early 2026 is sparse in the MOT record, leaving a gap in documented care. A buyer should pay close attention to the rear braking system during any in-person inspection. The repeated advisory for worn and pitted rear brake discs on both sides points to possible corrosion on the disc faces, uneven wear, or binding calipers that generate excessive localised heat. Have the rear discs and pads measured for thickness and run-out, and check the caliper slides and handbrake mechanism for free movement. The inoperative engine MIL flagged in January 2026 is also worth verifying, as it could indicate a deliberately disconnected lamp or an underlying emissions-related fault that has since cleared but not been properly diagnosed. Beyond the brakes, inspect the front windscreen for any damage that may have progressed since the 2024 advisory, and confirm the washer system functions correctly on both sides, as it failed in February 2025. The recurring child seat obstruction noted in multiple tests is not a mechanical concern but does limit the ability to verify the condition of the front and rear adult seatbelts, so manually check all belt webbing for fraying, cuts, and proper retraction. Given the vehicle's age and mileage, a thorough underbody inspection for corrosion, particularly around suspension mounting points and the rear subframe, is advisable, even though no structural corrosion has been formally flagged in the MOT record.