2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 3.0L Diesel · A3 WMD

The 2012 Range Rover Sport exhibits a stable and improving maintenance trend, evidenced by a completely defect-free pass in the most recent MOT on 18 June 2024 at 109,929 miles. The absence of any advisories or failures over the last two years indicates diligent upkeep and reliable mechanical condition. This record suggests the previous owner addressed any underlying issues promptly, leaving the vehicle in a sound roadworthy state at the time of its last inspection. The recorded mileage equates to roughly 7,852 miles per year, a low and typical figure for a fourteen-year-old vehicle. The annual mileage accumulation remained consistent, jumping from 87,285 miles in January 2022 to 90,523 miles by June 2022, and reaching 104,229 miles by June 2023. A notable anomaly appears in the June 2022 entry, where the vehicle failed and passed on consecutive days at the exact same 90,523-mile reading, suggesting an initial failure for a minor rectification that was immediately resolved. The low annual mileage implies lighter use, though long periods of standing can sometimes mask dormant mechanical issues. Despite the clean MOT record, a physical inspection remains essential for a vehicle of this age and type. The tester flagged no recurring mechanical faults, shifting the buyer's focus toward typical high-wear components for the Range Rover Sport. Inspect the air suspension compressor and air springs for delayed response or overnight sinking, common failure points on this platform. Examine the brake discs and calipers for lipping and binding, particularly given the low mileage which can cause surface corrosion rather than even wear. Check the subframes and inner wing seams for structural corrosion, as well as the condition of the suspension bushes and drivetrain components, which degrade with age regardless of mileage.