2014 Land Rover Range Rover 4.4L Diesel · F120 NKY

This vehicle’s MOT history demonstrates a stable but concerning pattern, with the most recent test occurring just over a year ago on 2025-08-27—though it failed immediately after passing, a rare but notable anomaly. The absence of recorded defects across all five tests suggests no major mechanical failures were detected by the tester, yet the repeated pass-fail sequence on the same date in 2025 warrants scrutiny. The 2024 and 2023 tests, both passing without issues, imply no progressive deterioration in core systems, but the 2025 duplication could indicate either a procedural oversight or a late-stage issue that only surfaced just before the expiry date. The recorded mileage of 106,098 miles over approximately 12 years aligns with typical usage for this model, averaging around 8,800 miles annually. There are no evident gaps or spikes in mileage between tests, though the lack of intermediate maintenance records means no insight into service intervals or part replacements. While the mileage itself does not signal extreme wear, the reliance on MOTs alone—without supplementary service history—limits confidence in whether critical components like suspension bushes, drivetrain seals, or brake calipers have been proactively addressed. Given the clean MOT record, a buyer should prioritise an independent inspection of high-wear items that often fail silently: the suspension (coil springs, bushes, and shock absorbers) for uneven wear or corrosion, particularly around wheel arches; the brake system (discs, pads, and calipers) for uneven thickness or binding, especially if the vehicle exhibits pulling or reduced stopping power; and the underbody for structural rust, particularly around the sills and rear axle. The repeated 2025 test dates also suggest verifying the vehicle’s electronic systems—such as the ABS or traction control—if any advisories were logged but not recorded in the MOT. Without service documentation, a pre-purchase diagnostic focusing on fluid levels (brake, power steering, differential) and drivetrain noises (clunks, whines) is essential.