LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER SPORT2008 · 3.6L DIESEL

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, maintaining a consistent pass record over the last five years. The most recent inspection conducted in August 2025 at 97,377 miles resulted in no defects, indicating that the mechanical issues identified in previous years have been addressed. This suggests a proactive approach to maintenance by the current owner, as the single minor advisory from 2024 was cleared before the subsequent annual test. The mileage pattern is notably low for an 18-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,410 miles per annum. Between August 2021 and August 2025, the car covered only 4,824 miles, showing a very low rate of use of roughly 1,200 miles per year. While low mileage typically reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine components, such long periods of standing can sometimes lead to the degradation of rubber components and brake caliper seizing, which are not always captured by mileage figures alone. A buyer should focus their in-person inspection on the front suspension geometry and bushings, given that the 2024 test flagged play in the offside front upper anti-roll bar linkage ball joint at 96,080 miles. Although this was resolved, the age of the Range Rover Sport necessitates a close check of remaining control arms and wishbones for cracking. Given the low-annual mileage, a thorough check for structural corrosion on the subframe and exhaust members is essential, as these areas are prone to rust over time regardless of the miles driven.