2017 Land Rover Discovery 3.0L Diesel · WR17 GXT

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a persistent trend of neglected brake-related components. While the most recent test in August 2025 at 87,805 miles passed, the advisory for corroded rear brake pipes covered in grease remains. This specific fault has appeared in every consecutive MOT since 2022, indicating that the previous owners have opted to clean or mask the issue rather than perform the necessary replacement of the corroded lines despite multiple official warnings. The mileage pattern is consistent with a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 9,750 miles per year. There is a significant gap in data between March 2021 at 27,790 miles and March 2022 at 28,888 miles, where the car covered only 1,100 miles in a year. Since then, usage has increased sharply, with 59,000 miles clocked in the last four years. This sudden increase in annual mileage correlates with the appearance of visible wear on the brake discs and front tyres. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the rear brake lines to determine if the corrosion has compromised the structural integrity of the pipes. The presence of grease on these lines often suggests an attempt to hide rust from the tester, which poses a risk of sudden failure. Furthermore, the 2024 advisory regarding front inner tyres worn close to the edge indicates potential alignment issues or worn suspension bushes that have been left unaddressed. The recurring lipping and pitting of the brake discs should be checked for thickness to ensure they are not nearing their replacement interval.