LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER SPORT2006 · 2.7L Diesel

This Range Rover Sport’s most recent MOT, conducted on 26 March 2024 , passed without defects, though it is now two years and four months overdue —well beyond the standard annual requirement. The record shows a pattern of two consecutive failures in April 2023 and April 2024 at identical mileages (147,656 and 149,146 miles) , despite no defects being logged. This suggests either a tester error, a rare anomaly in the system, or a vehicle that consistently meets minimum MOT standards without major issues. The lack of advisories or recurring faults implies no obvious mechanical trend, but the overdue status alone raises concerns about whether the vehicle has been properly maintained since the last pass. The mileage progression indicates consistent annual usage of approximately 1,480 miles per year , aligning with typical long-term ownership patterns for this model. There are no gaps suggesting prolonged neglect, nor any sudden spikes that would imply aggressive driving. The 2022 failure at 147,649 miles —just three days before the 2023 pass—may indicate a temporary administrative oversight rather than a recurring mechanical issue. However, the lack of any recorded defects across five tests makes it difficult to pinpoint specific wear patterns, though the 20-year age and 149,000-mile service history necessitate thorough scrutiny of high-wear components. Given the absence of advisories or failures tied to specific systems, a buyer should prioritise suspension inspection , particularly the coil springs, bushes, and shock absorbers , as these are critical for ride quality and handling at this mileage. The braking system —especially rear calipers and discs—should be checked for uneven wear or binding, as repeated failures without defects could hint at minor but persistent issues . Structural integrity is another concern; underbody corrosion around the sills, wheel arches, and exhaust is common in this model, and exhaust emissions should be verified to ensure no silent failures in catalytic converters or oxygen sensors. Finally, the tyre tread depth and condition warrant immediate confirmation, as the record’s repeated passes without mention of tread could mask underlying wear. A pre-purchase inspection by a qualified technician is strongly advised to validate the vehicle’s true condition beyond the MOT’s limited scope.