2019 Land Rover Discovery Sport 2.0L Diesel · NE04 FER

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a shift toward developing suspension issues. Following the most recent MOT test in March 2026 at 59,588 miles, the tester identified a light oil misting on the nearside front shock absorber. This represents a progression from the previous test in April 2025 at 47,415 miles, where both the nearside and offside front absorbers showed similar misting. While the vehicle passed without defects in 2024, the recent entries suggest the front damping components are beginning to reach their operational limit. The mileage pattern is consistent with a seven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,500 miles per year. There is a significant gap of 11,570 miles between April 2024 and April 2025, followed by another 12,173 miles leading up to the most recent test in March 2026. This steady accumulation suggests regular road use rather than long periods of standing, which is generally beneficial for seals and mechanical components, despite the accelerated wear noted in the early 2023 records. A buyer must physically inspect the front suspension to determine if the shock absorber misting is minor or an active leak, as this often precedes a total seal failure. The history also reveals a 2023 failure where the vehicle had pitted front brake discs and worn front tyres, indicating a period where basic maintenance was neglected. While these were addressed, the buyer should verify the current state of the brake rotors for uneven wear and check the remaining tread depth across all tyres to ensure the previous issues are not recurring.