2017 Land Rover Discovery Sport 2.0L Diesel · SB04 ABB

The Land Rover Discovery Sport has maintained a consistent MOT pass record across five tests, with the most recent inspection on 16 October 2025 at 84,203 miles confirming no defects. This reflects a stable maintenance trend over the past four years, as every annual test has been passed without advisories or failures. The absence of recurring issues suggests that major systems—such as suspension components, brake calipers, and exhaust emissions—have been either well-maintained or inherently robust for this mileage. However, the lack of advisories does not preclude hidden wear; a thorough mechanical inspection is essential to verify conditions like coil spring fatigue, suspension bush deterioration, or subtle corrosion in wheel arches and sills. Mileage accumulation has been steady, averaging around 9,356 miles annually, which aligns with typical usage for a vehicle of this age. There are no significant gaps in testing—each annual MOT occurs within a few weeks of the previous one—though the February 2022 test at 36,835 miles indicates a shorter interval, possibly due to a change in ownership or a pre-purchase inspection. The lack of advisories or defects in earlier tests suggests that previous owners did not neglect basic upkeep, though this does not rule out deferred maintenance on less visible areas like the subframe or transfer case seals. Given the clean MOT history, priority should be given to inspecting suspension components for uneven wear, particularly the rear coil springs and bushes, which are prone to fatigue in this model. The brakes, while never failing, should be checked for uneven disc thickness or binding calipers, as these can develop without immediate MOT consequences. Corrosion in wheel arches, sills, and the underbody—common in Land Rovers—must be assessed, as it can compromise structural integrity. Finally, verify the condition of the transfer case seals and differential fluid levels, as leaks or contamination are often silent until advanced. A pre-purchase inspection by a specialist will provide clarity on these critical areas.