2016 LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER SPORT3.0L Diesel

The vehicle achieved a clean PASS at its most recent MOT on 10 July 2025 at 63,673 miles, indicating roadworthiness at that test date. However, the immediate predecessor test on 9 July 2025 recorded a FAIL due to significantly worn nearside and offside front brake discs, suggesting the discs were replaced or the vehicle was serviced in the brief interval between tests. The maintenance trend shows a pattern of reactive repairs: the 2024 FAIL on suspension arm ball joints and bushes was resolved by the subsequent test date, and the 2025 brake disc failure was similarly addressed. This indicates the vehicle has been maintained when defects arose, but recurring suspension component wear across multiple years warrants close scrutiny. The recorded mileage of 63,673 miles at approximately ten years old reflects an average of around 6,367 miles per year, which is typical for a vehicle of this age and usage profile. The mileage progression is steady and consistent: 58,121 miles in June 2023, 60,575 miles in June 2024, and 63,673 miles in July 2025, representing roughly 2,500 miles annually between tests. There are no anomalous jumps or suspicious gaps in the mileage record, and the incremental increases align with normal private use rather than intensive commercial operation. The recurring suspension faults across consecutive years represent the most significant concern. The nearside and offside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust covers were flagged as severely deteriorated in June 2023 and subsequently failed the dust cover integrity and bush wear tests in June 2024. While the 2024 FAIL was resolved by the next test, the pattern suggests these components are prone to accelerated deterioration, possibly due to age, environmental exposure, or the inherent characteristics of the suspension design on this model. A buyer should insist on a thorough inspection of both front lower suspension arms, checking the ball joint play, boot integrity, and bush condition, as these are load-bearing components where failure could compromise vehicle control. Tyre condition also appeared in the 2023 advisories, with a nail in the nearside front tyre and the nearside rear tyre worn close to the legal limit at 3mm. Although no tyre defects were recorded in subsequent tests, the 2023 advisory indicates that tyre maintenance may have been deferred until the MOT deadline. The brake disc failure in July 2025, resolved before the retest, suggests the braking system was brought to an acceptable standard, but the fact that both front discs were significantly worn simultaneously raises questions about the previous owner's braking habits or the quality of components fitted. Prospective buyers should verify the current tyre ages and depths, inspect the brake discs and pads for uniformity and thickness, and confirm that any suspension components replaced in 2024 were fitted with quality parts rather than budget alternatives.