2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 3.0L Diesel · RR04 ARE

This 2012 Range Rover Sport presents a notably clean MOT record, with all three recorded tests since 2022 returning pass certificates free of any advisories or defects. The absence of recurring flags across brake, suspension, tyre, or corrosion categories is significant for a vehicle of this age and platform, as the L320 generation is well known for advisories relating to air suspension components, brake pipes corroding along the underbody, and rear subframe corrosion. The most recent test on 27 January 2025 confirmed continued roadworthiness with no recorded items, and the absence of any defect entries stretching back through the 2024 and 2022 tests suggests the vehicle has either been exceptionally well maintained or has accumulated relatively modest wear within the inspected systems. With no advisories on file, there is no historical pattern to suggest chronic or developing faults, though this should not be interpreted as proof that none exist today. Against an age of approximately 14 years, the recorded mileage of 126,307 miles equates to an average annual accumulation of around 9,000 miles, which sits firmly within the typical usage band for a luxury SUV of this profile. The three recorded tests span from March 2022 to January 2025, a period of roughly three years during which the vehicle covered its annual mileage fairly steadily without any extended lay-up periods or anomalous jumps. There are no gaps suggesting long-term storage that might have introduced concerns around seized brake calipers, perished rubber components, or degraded air suspension reservoirs. A consistent usage pattern of this nature tends to keep mechanical components cycling normally, reducing the risk of dormant corrosion in brake systems and maintaining drivetrain fluid circulation through the transfer box and differentials. For a prospective buyer, the absence of recorded advisories means greater reliance must be placed on a physical inspection, particularly given the known weak points of this model that simply may not have surfaced within the tested systems. The air suspension system, including the compressor, valve block, air struts, and reservoir, should be checked for proper ride height response on cold start, with attention to any sagging at the rear after overnight standing. On a test drive, listen for clunks or knocks from the front suspension over uneven surfaces, which would indicate worn upper and lower wishbone bushes, a common failure on this platform regardless of MOT history. The steering should feel precise without wandering or vibration, and any binding or reluctance to self-centre could point to worn track rod ends or steering rack wear. Given the high recorded mileage relative to age, closer attention should also be paid to the braking system, including a check for uneven disc wear or binding calipers by confirming even heat distribution after a short drive. Brake fluid should be inspected for age-related degradation, and the underbody examined for corrosion along the rear subframe mounting points, brake pipe runs, and exhaust mounting brackets, areas that frequently develop rust on later L320 models irrespective of recent test results. The transmission should be observed for smooth, prompt gear changes, and the transfer box response tested with the rotary terrain selector engaged, as hesitation or warning messages can indicate Hall sensor or actuator wear. A thorough pre-purchase inspection by a specialist familiar with the Range Rover Sport platform remains strongly advisable to confirm that the clean MOT history is reflected in the actual mechanical condition.