2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport 2.0L Diesel · OU16 WMT

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a pass in February 2026, but the most recent test history indicates a lapse in preventative maintenance. While the car maintained a clean record between 2023 and 2025, the failure on 26 February 2026 at 69,262 miles revealed multiple defects that required immediate attention. The transition from a failure to a pass within twenty-four hours suggests the owner only addressed faults when necessary to pass the annual inspection. The mileage pattern is consistent with a low-mileage profile, averaging approximately 7,000 miles per year over its ten-year life. Between 48,300 miles in February 2023 and 62,435 miles in February 2025, the vehicle covered 14,135 miles, which aligns with typical annual usage. This low mileage generally reduces mechanical wear on the drivetrain and engine, though it can sometimes lead to rubber-based components, such as seals and bushes, becoming brittle if the vehicle sits stationary for long periods. A buyer must inspect the front passenger door mechanism specifically, as the February 2026 failure flagged it for likely inadvertent opening or failing to remain closed. This structural safety concern relates to the latch, striker, or door hinge alignment. Furthermore, the offside front tyre was noted as worn on the edge, which often indicates an alignment issue or worn suspension components and bushes. A thorough check of the front suspension geometry is required to ensure that uneven tyre wear does not recur. The recorded defective wiper blades and near-legal tread depth are minor consumable issues that reflect poor recent upkeep. Given the age of the vehicle, the buyer should also check for corrosion on the chassis and inspect the condition of the brake lines, despite these not being flagged in recent records. The recent failure suggests that the previous owner neglected basic maintenance items until the MOT deadline arrived, necessitating a rigorous physical inspection of all fluid levels and joints before purchase.