2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport 2.0L Diesel · RF66 PLX

The most recent MOT, carried out on 18 February 2026, was passed with no recorded defects, indicating that the vehicle presently satisfies the statutory safety and emissions requirements. Over the preceding six‑year period the pattern shows a mixture of passes and isolated failures – notably headlamp faults in 2021 and 2024, a MIL (malfunction indicator lamp) fault and washer‑fluid deficiency in 2024, and tyre wear advisories in 2023. The resolution of those items by the latest test suggests an improving maintenance trajectory, provided the owner has addressed the earlier faults rather than merely masking them. At 91,581 miles the Discovery Sport averages roughly 9,150 miles per annum, which sits comfortably within the typical UK usage envelope for a ten‑year‑old four‑wheel‑drive SUV. There are no obvious periods of extreme mileage build‑up that would accelerate wear on major power‑train components, nor does the record reveal long stretches of inactivity that might have encouraged corrosion or fluid degradation. Consequently the mileage alone does not raise immediate red flags, but it does imply that wear items such as suspension bushes, CV joints and brake discs will be approaching the latter half of their service lives. A prospective buyer should verify that the near‑side headlamp now functions correctly on dipped beam and that the instrument cluster MIL illuminates only when a genuine fault is present; a persistent fault could indicate underlying engine management or sensor issues that may surface under load. The off‑side front tyre was flagged as close to the legal tread limit in 2023, and the near‑side rear tyre was noted as slightly damaged – both should be inspected for uneven wear patterns, sidewall cracking or foreign object damage, and the tread depth measured to confirm they remain above 1.6 mm. While the washer‑fluid provision failure has presumably been remedied, it is worth checking that the washer pump delivers a steady spray and that the reservoir is not leaking, as a compromised system can reduce visibility in adverse weather. Given the vehicle’s age, a thorough visual and tactile inspection of the suspension components is advisable – look for cracked or perished rubber bushings, excessive play in the ball joints and any signs of coil‑spring sag or corrosion on the mounting points. The brake discs should be examined for surface scoring, rust spots or excessive thickness variation, and the pads should have sufficient remaining material. Because the Discovery Sport may have spent periods of low utilisation, the 12‑volt battery should be tested for cranking amperage and checked for electrolyte level if it is a conventional lead‑acid type. Finally, confirm that the service history shows calendar‑based fluid changes (engine oil, coolant, brake fluid and transfer case oil) within the recommended intervals, as fluid degradation can lead to premature wear of the drivetrain and emissions system.