2021 Land Rover Discovery S D Mhev Auto 3.0L Diesel · RO71 OCW

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a reactive rather than proactive approach to repairs. The most recent test in October 2025 at 62,026 miles showed the vehicle initially failing due to critically worn rear brake pads and a damaged front tyre. While it passed the retest just two miles later, the presence of a sub-minimum pad thickness failure suggests that brake components were only addressed once they reached a legal limit rather than during scheduled service intervals. At 62,028 miles over five years, this Land Discovery has averaged approximately 12,400 miles per annum. This is above the national average for a passenger vehicle and places consistent demand on the heavy chassis and drivetrain. The interval between the October 2024 test at 51,051 miles and the October 2025 test shows an accumulation of over 11,000 miles. This steady mileage suggests regular road use, which accelerates the wear on consumable components like suspension bushings and air spring systems common to this MHEV model. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the braking system to ensure the worn pads did not caused uneven scoring or overheating of the discs. The failure for a perishing sidewall tyre at 62,000 miles indicates that tyres may be aging or being neglected despite having remaining tread depth. Given the mileage and the vehicle's weight, the air suspension components should be checked for signs of leaks or perished rubber in the control arms, as these are frequent points of failure on high-mileage Discovery models.