1997 Land Rover Range Rover 4.6L Petrol · R617 DUR

The roadworthiness of this Range Rover is currently questionable following a failure in the May 2024 test at 109,524 miles. While the vehicle maintained a clean record through 2022 and 2023, the most recent result indicates a mechanical or structural defect that prevented a passing certificate. The maintenance trend appears unstable, as the vehicle moved from a clean pass to a failure without any recorded advisories to warn of developing issues in the preceding years. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 29-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,777 miles per year. The data shows a significant stagnation in usage over the last three years, with only 140 miles recorded between May 2022 and 2023 tests and just 141 miles in the following year. This pattern suggests the vehicle sits for long periods. While low mileage reduces wear on engine and drivetrain components, stationary storage often leads to the degradation of rubber components, perished seals, and internal corrosion, which are not always captured by mileage figures alone. A buyer must conduct a rigorous physical inspection focusing on the structural integrity of the chassis and rails, as older vehicles with low mileage are prone to hidden rust that develops during inactivity. Given the 2024 failure without prior defects, the specific reason for the fail must be identified to determine if it relates to a mechanical component, emissions failure, or structural corrosion. Inspect the suspension bushes and coil springs for cracking, and check the brake calipers for seizing, as these components frequently fail when a vehicle is not driven regularly.