2018 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 3.0L Diesel · SO68 AVG

The 2025‑10‑01 MOT at 82,016 miles confirms the vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the record reveals a maintenance trend that is worsening rather than improving. Earlier tests documented recurring defects such as a deteriorated universal joint on the off‑side front steering column and thin front brake pads, indicating that wear has persisted across multiple inspections. Mileage has climbed from 15,092 miles in December 2021 to 82,016 miles by October 2025, averaging roughly 10,250 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage for an eight‑year‑old Range Rover Sport. The most rapid accumulation occurred between May 2022 and October 2025, with the vehicle gaining over 20,000 miles in each of the last two years, suggesting increased operational demand. Recurring faults highlighted in the history include the steering column universal joint wear, thin brake pads, and potential binding of rear brake calipers, all of which point to ongoing mechanical stress. The absence of defects in the 2023 test does not erase the earlier findings, and the presence of a near‑side rear child seat that restricts adult belt inspection raises a structural inspection concern. A buyer should therefore inspect the suspension bushes and coil springs for wear, test the steering column for play, measure brake pad thickness and examine the discs for scoring or corrosion, check the structural integrity of the chassis and exhaust for rust, and verify that the child seat does not impede the adult belt inspection. A thorough in‑person assessment of these components will confirm whether the documented issues have been adequately addressed.