2019 Land Rover Discovery Sport R-DYN S D A 2.0L Diesel · LM69 EAF

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance history shows a worsening trend regarding suspension and wheel-related components. While the most recent test in October 2025 at 80,390 miles resulted in a pass, it introduced multiple advisories that were not present in previous years. The transition from clean records in 2022 and 2023 to a series of mechanical wear warnings suggests that components are now reaching the end of their service life. The mileage pattern is consistent with a typical-use vehicle, averaging approximately 11,500 miles per year. The vehicle covered 12,188 miles between the October 2024 and 2025 tests, and another 15,091 miles in the preceding year. This steady accumulation explains the wear on consumables. The failure in 2022 at 39,280 miles due to exposed ply cords on three tyres indicates a period of neglect regarding basic tyre maintenance at that time, though this appears to have rectified for the subsequent pass. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension assembly. The tester repeatedly flagged the offside front shock absorber for oil misting in both 2024 and 2025, indicating a seal failure is likely imminent. Furthermore, the 2025 advisory for worn front suspension arm bushes on both sides, combined with previous play noted in the anti-roll bar linkage, suggests the front-end geometry may be degrading. The offside rear road wheel was noted as slightly distorted in the October 2025 test, which warrants checking for structural impact damage that could cause vibrations at high speeds. Because the 2025 test also prevented a full inspection of the rear seat belts due to a child seat, the buyer should verify the integrity and securing of the beltting personally. The recurring suspension issues suggest the vehicle requires immediate attention to bushes and dampers absorbers to prevent further damage to the drivetrain.