LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER2002 · 2.9L DIESEL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a clear shift towards developing structural and mechanical issues. While it passed its most recent test in March 2024 at 87,236 miles, this followed a failure on the same day due to multiple defects including corrosion and worn components. The transition from a clean record in 2022 to a list of advisories indicates that the vehicle is entering a phase of age-related deterioration. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a vehicle of this age, covering only 87,236 miles over 24 years. This averages out to approximately 3,600 miles per year, which suggests the car has sat stationary for long periods. There is a notable gap in usage between February 2022 and March 2023, where the vehicle covered only 146 miles in thirteen months. Such low usage often correlates with the degradation of rubber components and dry-rot, as seen in the perished tyres and deteriorated dust covers noted in the later test records. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the rear inner sills. The March 2024 test flagged corrosion on both the nearside and offside rear inner structures; although structural rigidity was not yet compromised, rust is a progressive condition that requires monitoring to prevent failure. The record also highlights corroded rear lower suspension arms and worn bushes. These components should be checked for excessive movement or further decay, as the suspension geometry is already beginning to suffer. Attention should also be paid to the wheel bearings and tyre condition. The 2023 test identified play in the rear wheel bearings, and the 2024 report noted tyres reaching legal limits with visible cracking. Given the low mileage, the tyres likely suffer from age-related perishing rather than tread wear. Ensure the anti-roll bar ball joints and wiper blades are replaced, as the history shows a pattern of these minor rubber components being flagged without proactive replacement.