2017 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 3.0L Diesel · 8 DSE

The vehicle currently presents a stable mechanical condition following its most recent test on 2025-06-30 at 142,158 miles, though the maintenance trend requires careful scrutiny due to a sudden spike in usage. The tester flagged a supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicating a fault during the initial inspection, which was rectified before the same-day pass. The tester also issued an advisory for rear brake pads wearing thin at this inspection, suggesting accelerated consumable wear. The recent SRS fault points to an intermittent electrical issue or a historical sensor trigger that was addressed, but the underlying cause demands physical diagnosis to ensure the airbag system remains fully operational. Accumulating 142,158 miles over nine years yields an annual average of roughly 15,795 miles, heavily skewed by a dramatic 24,000-mile jump between June 2024 and June 2025. Prior to this, the annual increments were more moderate, ranging between 10,000 and 20,000 miles. This recent surge in usage placed significant stress on the drivetrain, suspension components, and braking systems within a compressed timeframe. Such rapid accumulation often correlates with prolonged motorway driving, which typically preserves mechanical integrity better than short urban trips, yet it drastically accelerates the degradation of wear items like brake discs, tyres, and suspension bushes. A prospective buyer must thoroughly inspect the chassis and undercarriage for corrosion and structural integrity, as high-mileage Range Rovers are particularly susceptible to subframe and suspension component deterioration. Examine the rear brake discs and calipers for scoring and binding, given the recent advisory regarding pad wear. Check the suspension system, notably the coil springs and front lower arm bushes, for play and cracking, as high mileage exacerbates fatigue in these areas. Finally, scan the vehicle's ECUs to verify the SRS fault code history and ensure no latent airbag or seatbelt pretensioner faults persist beyond the recent repair.