2015 Land Rover Discovery 3.0L Diesel · PE15 XPC

The Discovery shows a stable roadworthiness trend with its most recent test on 28 April 2022 returning a pass at 79,693 miles. The only blemish in the record is a failed test logged on the same date at 79,687 miles, yet the DVSA entry records no defects against that failure. This suggests an administrative or procedural rejection rather than a mechanical fault, with the vehicle cleared and passing just six miles later the same day. At roughly eleven years old the Land Rover carries 79,693 miles, equating to about 7,245 miles per year. That figure sits within typical use for a 2015 vehicle. The history jumps from a failed then passed test on 28 April 2022 straight to the current recorded mileage with no further entries, leaving a four-year gap to today's date of 8 July 2026. Such a sparse record gives no view of wear or corrosion developed since 2022. A buyer should commission an independent inspection of structural integrity and underbody corrosion, as Discovery chassis and suspension mounts are prone to rust where moisture gathers. The suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake discs will have aged through four untested years and likely require measurement. The twin 28 April 2022 tests at near-identical mileages point to no recurring fault trend, but the absence of any MOT since leaves consumables and mechanical condition unverified. Given the zero-defect history and low annual mileage, prior upkeep appears reasonable rather than neglected. The same-day fail with no defects recorded implies the earlier owner addressed paperwork promptly. Without post-2022 data, treat the vehicle as unproven for roadworthiness from mid-2022 onward and budget for a full mechanical assessment before purchase.