2018 Land Rover Discovery Sport 2.0L Diesel · RT53 ART

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent inspection in July 2025 at 53,354 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable following a period of reactive repairs in mid-2023. While the 2025 test was partially obstructed by a child seat preventing a full inspection of the adult seat belt, the preceding records show that the mechanical issues identified in the previous year were addressed to achieve the subsequent passing result. At 53,354 miles over eight years, the Discovery Sport has covered a relatively low average of approximately 6,670 miles per year. This usage pattern is consistent, showing a steady accumulation of roughly 10,000 miles between the 2022 and 2023 tests, and another 6,300 miles between 2024 and 2025. The low mileage generally suggests less strain on the drivetrain and suspension components, though it can sometimes mask issues if the vehicle sits for long periods. A buyer should pay close attention to the braking system, as records from July 2023 failure at 39,316 miles highlighted thin rear pads and pitted or scored discs on both rear sides. Although these passed in the following test, the presence of pitting suggests the calipers may be sticking or the discs are reacting poorly to environmental corrosion. The exhaust rattle noted in July 2024 at 47,063 miles between the flexipipe and DPF should also be verified to ensure the heat shield or mounting has not degraded further. The history also indicates a past of neglected tyre maintenance, evidenced by the 2023 failure for exposed cords on the offside front tyre and uneven wear on multiple tyres. A physical inspection should check the current tyres for even wear patterns to ensure the alignment remains correct. Given the age of the vehicle, a thorough check of the suspension bushes and coil springs is advisable, as these are common points of failure on this model that are not always captured in standard MOT testing until a significanting occurs.