2014 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 3.0L Diesel · 4 GSJ

The vehicle passed its most recent MOT in November 2025 at 68,816 miles, though the maintenance trend reveals a worsening pattern of recurring defects rather than stable upkeep. The tester flagged pitted and scored front brake discs alongside rear tyres worn to the legal limit during the latest assessment. These faults mirror those recorded in previous years, indicating persistent issues with braking components and uneven tyre wear. Failing to address the deterioration of front lower suspension arm ball joint dust covers, which appeared as severely deteriorated on both sides in the 2023 and 2024 tests, suggests a pattern of deferred mechanical maintenance. Covering roughly 5,735 miles annually over twelve years, this Range Rover Sport exhibits unusually low mileage for its age. The record shows a steady accumulation from 44,281 miles in September 2021 to 68,816 miles by November 2025, with no glaring gaps in testing frequency that would indicate prolonged periods of inactivity. Such light usage typically preserves structural integrity, yet the recurring suspension and brake advisories imply the vehicle may have suffered from sitting idle or neglected routine servicing, which often causes seals to dry out and components to corrode. A physical inspection must thoroughly examine the front suspension arm ball joint boots, as severely deteriorated covers allow contaminants to ingress, leading to premature joint wear and potential suspension failure. The front brake discs require close scrutiny for the pitting and scoring noted repeatedly since 2023, which compromises braking efficiency and accelerates pad wear. Buyers should also investigate the rear suspension and wheel alignment, given the recurring advisory for rear tyres wearing on the edges on both the 2024 and 2025 tests. Neglecting these alignment issues will continue to destroy replacement tyres rapidly. While worn tyres and brake pads represent predictable consumable wear, the persistent scoring of front brake discs and degraded suspension ball joint dust covers signal a deeper lack of preventative maintenance. The pitted discs likely resulted from moisture ingress during extended standing periods, a common issue with low-mileage vehicles. Replacing these components will demand significant expenditure, given the cost of Land Rover braking and suspension parts, making a thorough pre-purchase inspection essential to avoid inheriting unresolved mechanical risks.