2009 Land Rover Discovery 2.7L Diesel · K1 TMG

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a trend of reactive rather than proactive repairs. While it passed the most recent test in March 2026 at 124,232 miles, this followed a significant failure just one month prior. The February failure was critical, involving a ruptured offside rear brake pipe and an inoperative engine management warning light. Although the hydraulic system appears to have been rectified, the appearance of a slight weep in the steering rack during that period suggests a developing seal failure that will eventually require professional attention. At 124,232 miles, the vehicle has averaged approximately 7,300 miles per year over its 17-year lifespan, which is consistent with typical usage patterns. The data shows a steady accumulation of mileage, with 3,000 miles covered between February 2024 and February 2025, and another 5,700 miles covered by early 2026. This consistent use suggests the vehicle is driven regularly, though the age of the components increases risks regarding rubber perish and fluid degradation irrespective of the relatively low annual mileage. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the steering and braking systems. The offside front wheel bearing was noted with slight play in both 2024 and 2025; while it was not flagged in the latest test, the previous history indicates the bearing is worn. The steering rack weep identified in March 2026 should be monitored for increased fluid loss, as this can lead to total rack failure. Given the previous failure of the engine management system, a full diagnostic scan of the vehicle's electronics is necessary to ensure no hidden faults remain in the engine control unit.