2017 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 4.4L Diesel · R1 HOE

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the most recent MOT history indicates a decline in maintenance standards following a clean period. While the car passed its test in September 2025 at 33,757 miles, it had failed just two days prior at 33,413 miles. This failure revealed significant issues including an inoperative engine malfunction indicator light, pitted brake discs, and deteriorated track rod end boots. The trend suggests a reactive maintenance approach where faults are only addressed immediately before a test failure rather than through preventative upkeep. The mileage profile is notably low for a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,750 miles per year. Between August 2024 at 27,888 miles and September 2025 at 33,757 miles, the car covered 5,869 miles, which is a slight increase above the annual average. While low mileage reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine, low-useage often leads to the degradation of rubber components and surface corrosion, which is consistent with the perished tyres and pitted brakes noted in recent tests. A buyer must physically inspect the front suspension components, as the track rod end dust covers have failed twice in short succession, indicating rapid wear or environmental damage. The braking system requires close attention; the record shows thin pads in 2022 followed by pitted and scored discs on all axles by 2025, suggesting the vehicle may sit for long periods allowing moisture to cause. Additionally, the engine management system must be verified as the MIL light was inoperative during the September 2025 failure, ensuring no hidden electronic faults remain.