2017 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 3.0L Diesel · 83 BK

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status, but the maintenance trend shows a clear decline in proactive care. While it passed its most recent test on 12 December 2025 at 81,928 miles, this followed just two days after a significant failure. The transition from a clean record in November 2023 to a series of mechanical and safety-related failures suggests that the owner is only addressing issues once they trigger a failure rather than performing scheduled preventative maintenance. The mileage pattern is consistent with a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 9,100 miles per year. The car covered 23,201 miles between the November 2023 and December 2025 tests, indicating a steady usage profile. However, the rapid accumulation of faults in the final 11,000 miles of that period suggests that the wear on components is accelerating. The sudden presence of thin brake pads and worn tyres in the failed December 2025 test indicates that consumable items were neglected until they reached the point of legal failure. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension geometry. The record repeatedly flags severely deteriorated ball joint dust covers and worn arm bushes across 2024 and 2025. These recurring issues can lead to uneven tyre wear and potential component failure if not replaced. Furthermore, the persistent supplementary restraint system warning lamp, which caused failures in both 2024 and 2025, must be verified as rectified to ensure the airbag and pretensioner systems are fully functional. The braking system requires immediate attention. The most recent test noted both front and rear brake pads as wearing thin, which implies the discs should be checked for scoring or minimum thickness resulting from prolonged use. Given the previous failure for a cut nearside front tyre and uneven tread wear, the entire set of tyres should be inspected for structural damage and consistent wear patterns that might indicate alignment issues.