2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport 2.0L Diesel · PL16 HPC

The 2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport has a recent MOT history showing recurring mechanical issues, with the most recent test on 2025-12-22 resulting in a pass despite unresolved defects. The vehicle has 93,865 miles, aligning with an average annual mileage of ~9,386 miles for its age, suggesting neither excessive wear nor prolonged under-use. The primary risk pattern involves repeated suspension component wear, specifically the offside front lower suspension arm bush and nearside rear tyre nail. These issues have persisted across multiple MOTs since 2023, with the 2025-12-18 failure highlighting an oil leak (not excessive) and a rear fog lamp malfunction. The same suspension and tyre defects reappeared in the subsequent 2025-12-22 pass, indicating unresolved or recurring problems. The trend shows stability in defect types but no improvement. Suspension bush wear has been documented for over two years, while oil leaks and tyre damage have recurred. The vehicle’s age and mileage suggest normal wear, but the lack of significant repairs raises concerns about long-term reliability. A buyer should prioritize inspecting the suspension system for further bush wear or damage, checking for ongoing oil leaks, and verifying the rear fog lamp’s condition. Tyre integrity, particularly the nearside rear, should also be confirmed.