2013 Land Rover Range Rover 5.0L Petrol · C7 SVA

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend indicates a reactive approach rather than preventative care. The most recent test in March 2025 at 65,912 miles passed despite the tester flagging both front and rear brake pads as wearing thin. This mirrors a previous advisory from June 2022 at 64,694 miles, suggesting that the owner tends to address brake components only when they approach the limit of legal operational safety. The mileage profile is notably low for a thirteen-year-old Range Rover, averaging approximately 5,000 miles per year. There is a significant gap in usage between June 2022 and October 2023, where the vehicle covered only 732 miles over sixteen months. While low mileage reduces overall wear on the engine and drivetrain, long periods often lead to degradation of rubber components and corrosion-related issues. The failure in October 2023 for an insecure offside exhaust silencer was rectified quickly, showing the vehicle is capable of passing immediate mechanical checks. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the braking system and rubber lines. Given the history of corrosion on the offside rear brake hose ferrule in 2021 and the recurring thin pads, a technician should check for signs of seized calipers or perished hydraulic lines. The low-mileage nature increases the risk of air suspension failure and dry suspension bushings, which are prone to cracking when the vehicle is not frequently driven. Inspect the exhaust mounting points for further structural rust to ensure the previous failure was not a symptom of deeper chassis decay.