2006 Land Rover Discovery 2.7L Diesel · RE06 WLG

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a shift from perfect records to emerging mechanical wear. While the Discovery passed four consecutive tests without defects between 2022 and 2025, the most recent test in January 2026 at 200,957 miles identified two faults. The presence of worn inner suspension arm bushes and uneven tyre wear across all wheels indicates that the vehicle is now entering a phase where significant component replacement will be necessary. The mileage pattern remains consistent with a twenty-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 10,000 miles per year. There is a notable gap of 9,000 miles covered between November 2022 and November 2023, followed by a more rapid accumulation of 8,600 miles in the year leading up to the 2024 test. This steady usage suggests regular operation rather than periods of standing, which explains the progressive wear on the heavy drivetrain and suspension components typical of Land Rover chassis. A buyer must prioritize a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension to assess the extent of the worn arm bushes. Worn bushes often lead to poor steering geometry and premature wear on other components. The report of all four tyres being near the legal limit and worn on the edges suggests an alignment issue or worn shocks that require immediate attention. Given the age and high mileage, the buyer should also check for structural corrosion on the frame rails and underbody mounting, as the MOT record does not explicitly rule out rust advisories.