2004 Land Rover Discovery 3.9L Petrol · NT53 ORC

The vehicle is currently roadworthy with a stable maintenance trend. The most recent MOT test on 21 June 2025 at 106,640 miles resulted in a clean pass with no defects or advisories recorded. This follows a consistent pattern of passes over the last five years, suggesting the car has been kept in a condition that meets minimum legal standards without recurring mechanical failures. The mileage pattern is irregular and suggests periods of significant inactivity. Between 2 August 2021 and 31 May 2022, the vehicle covered only 376 miles. A more substantial increase occurred between May 2022 and May 2024, where the odometer rose from 100,434 to 100,975 miles, showing almost no usage for two years. The most significant jump happened between August 2021 and May 2022, where the record leaps from 60,568 to 100,434 miles. This discrepancy of nearly 40,000 miles in under a year contradicts the overall low annual average and warrants a close inspection of the service history to verify the odometer's accuracy. A buyer should focus on components prone to deterioration during long periods of standing. While the May 2024 test flagged minor lens issues on the front headlamps, these were not critical. However, the lack of recorded defects on a 22 year old Land Rover is unusual. You should manually inspect the chassis and suspension mounting points for corrosion, as structural rust often develops regardless of mileage. Check the brake calipers for binding and the rubber suspension bushes for perishing or cracking, as these components degrade over time even when the vehicle is not being driven.