2017 Land Rover Discovery Sport 2.0L Diesel · RO17 YDB

The vehicle demonstrates a recent stabilisation in roadworthiness following a period of tyre and lighting component failures, with the most recent inspection on 3 September 2025 recording a pass with no defects. However, the record reveals a concerning history of tyre compliance issues, specifically a dangerous failure on 15 April 2024 where both front tyres were recorded below the legal 1.6mm tread depth requirement, alongside a near-side rear tyre worn close to the legal limit. This pattern of neglect extends to lighting, evidenced by a major failure on 12 May 2022 where both front position lamps were recorded as non-functional, although subsequent tests have since rectified these specific faults. With a recorded mileage of 97,472 miles and a current age of approximately nine years, the vehicle's annual accumulation rate of roughly 10,830 miles falls within the expected range for a standard used vehicle of this specification and usage profile. The MOT history shows a consistent testing cadence, with tests recorded annually from 2021 through to 2025, indicating the vehicle has been in regular use and not subject to prolonged periods of inactivity that might otherwise accelerate the degradation of stationary components like batteries or tyres. Prospective buyers must conduct a thorough visual inspection of the tyre condition, specifically checking for uneven wear patterns which could indicate suspension or wheel alignment issues, as the vehicle has previously failed due to front tyres being worn below the legal limit. Given the history of lighting failures, a functional check of all exterior lighting units is essential, ensuring that front position lamps, indicators, brake lights, and fog lights operate correctly without flickering or dimming. Additionally, while the recent MOT history is clean, the previous tyre failures suggest a need to verify the general condition of the braking system, including checking for excessive brake dust or pulsation in the brake pedal, which may be symptomatic of worn discs or pads that were not flagged in the most recent inspection but could be approaching the end of their service life.