2017 Land Rover Discovery 3.0L Diesel · MP54 PJS

The vehicle passed its most recent MOT on 5 June 2026. The overall maintenance trend is generally stable, as the vehicle has consistently passed its inspections without major failures. However, there is a noted pattern of deferred maintenance regarding a recurring exhaust mounting issue and a sequence of tyre wear advisories. While the vehicle remains roadworthy, the repetition of these specific points suggests a reactive rather than proactive approach to maintenance in recent years. With 85,438 recorded miles over approximately nine years, the vehicle has averaged roughly 9,493 miles per year. This usage rate is considered typical for a vehicle of this age and class, indicating a balanced duty cycle. There are no signs of excessive mileage that would suggest premature drivetrain fatigue, nor is the mileage low enough to raise concerns regarding seals perishing or components seizing from prolonged standing. Wear on consumables and suspension components should be consistent with standard operational expectations. A primary area for inspection is the vehicle's wheel alignment and suspension geometry. The MOT history shows a recurring theme of tyres wearing close to the legal limit, specifically on the inner edges of the rear tyres in 2024 and the edge of the nearside front tyre in 2026. This pattern often indicates worn suspension bushes or incorrect tracking, which accelerates tyre degradation. During a test drive, the buyer should feel for any steering drift or instability at speed and physically inspect the tyres for uneven wear patterns or sidewall cracking. Further attention must be paid to the exhaust system, as the central mounting clamp has been flagged as defective or corroded in two consecutive years. This suggests a persistent failure that has not been rectified, which could eventually lead to exhaust rattle or the system sagging. The buyer should inspect the underside for significant corrosion and listen for metallic vibrations during acceleration. Additionally, given the vehicle's age, it is critical to verify the service history for calendar-based fluid changes and timing belt intervals, and to check the brake discs for any significant lip formation or corrosion.