2014 Land Rover Range Rover 4.4L Diesel · RJ14 ABK

The vehicle most recently passed its MOT on 29 July 2026, but the overall maintenance trend is concerning. The history reveals a pattern of reactive maintenance rather than preventative care, highlighted by a significant failure in August 2025 involving a dangerous tyre and major brake pipe corrosion. While the vehicle is currently roadworthy, the recurrence of tyre wear advisories in the latest test suggests that consumables are being run to their legal limit before replacement, which is a suboptimal approach for a premium vehicle of this specification. With 85,165 miles recorded over twelve years, the vehicle has averaged approximately 7,097 miles per year. This is a typical usage profile for this model, indicating it has not suffered from the degradation associated with prolonged standing nor the excessive wear of high-mileage motorway use. However, the frequency of brake and tyre defects relative to this moderate mileage suggests the vehicle may have been subjected to demanding stop-start urban environments or heavy loading, which places higher stress on the braking system and tyre treads. Prospective buyers should pay close attention to the braking system and chassis integrity. The previous failure for an excessively corroded offside rear brake pipe is a critical point; you must verify that this was replaced rather than patched and check for similar corrosion across other lines. During the test drive, feel for any brake shudder or pulsation, which would indicate warped discs, and ensure the pedal feel is firm. Given the previous advisories for worn and pitted discs, a thorough inspection of the current disc thickness and pad remaining life is essential to avoid immediate expenditure. The suspension and tyre condition require rigorous scrutiny. The 2025 advisory regarding a worn nearside front suspension arm bush should be investigated by listening for clunks or knocks when traversing uneven surfaces or during low-speed manoeuvring. Furthermore, the current advisories for three separate tyres indicate a need for immediate replacement. Inspect the tyre treads for uneven wear patterns, such as inner-edge scrubbing, which would point to misalignment or failing suspension components. Finally, ensure the air suspension operates smoothly without sagging or excessive noise during height adjustments.