2016 Land Rover Discovery 2.0L Diesel · SP16 DXC

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status following a successful MOT test in September 2025 at 80,552 miles. The maintenance trend appears generally stable, though a recent failure just three days prior to that pass indicates a lapse in oversight. The 80,483-mile test failed due to high exhaust emissions and two front tyres worn to the legal limit. While these issues were addressed immediately to secure the pass, the failure suggests a reactive rather than proactive maintenance approach. The mileage pattern is consistent with a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,000 miles per annum. Between July 2022 at 48,087 miles and September 2024 at 73,380 miles, the vehicle covered over 25,000 miles, showing a period of higher usage compared to the earlier years. The most recent 7,172-mile interval leading up to the 2025 test reflects a more regular driving cycle, which typically helps prevent the degradation of rubber components and mechanical seals. A buyer should focus on the exhaust system and engine health, given the emissions failure in 2025. High emissions on a diesel Discovery can point to a failing diesel particulate filter or oxygen sensors, which require expensive specialist attention. Because the front tyres showed uneven wear, a physical inspection of the wheel alignment and suspension bushes is necessary to ensure the vehicle is not prematurely worn. The record does not highlight structural corrosion or brake failures, but the age of the vehicle makes checking the air suspension bellows for leaks a standard requirement for this model.