2015 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 3.0L Diesel · AA55 HDA

The vehicle currently holds a valid MOT certificate issued on 14 January 2026 at 108,091 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable, though the record reveals a recurring pattern of failing the initial test only to pass the retest the following day. In January 2024, the vehicle failed at 94,108 miles before passing at 94,110 miles on 23 January. The exact same scenario occurred in January 2026, failing at 108,091 miles on the 13th and passing at the identical mileage on the 14th. This indicates the owner addresses minor, easily rectified issues immediately prior to the retest rather than ignoring developing mechanical faults. The mileage accumulation aligns closely with typical use for an eleven-year-old vehicle, averaging roughly 9,826 miles annually. Between the January 2024 test at 94,110 miles and the January 2025 test at 101,353 miles, the vehicle covered 7,243 miles over twelve months. The subsequent year saw a slight reduction in use, accumulating 6,738 miles between January 2025 and January 2026. There are no alarming gaps or sudden spikes in the recorded distance, indicating consistent, regular driving rather than prolonged standing or high-intensity fleet usage. Despite the clean MOT record showing zero recorded defects, a pre-purchase inspection must focus on the inherent structural and mechanical vulnerabilities of the Range Rover Sport. The pattern of passing on retest implies the owner fixes immediate failures but does not necessarily prevent their recurrence. A buyer should thoroughly inspect the chassis and subframes for corrosion, a common issue for this model, paying close attention to the rear suspension arms and mounting points. The air suspension compressor and air springs require careful evaluation for leaks or slow sinking overnight. Brake condition demands scrutiny; check the discs for lipping and the calipers for any signs of binding, which often triggers an MOT failure only to be temporarily freed up for a retest. Inspect the drivetrain for excessive play in the prop shaft universal joints and differential mounts, components that degrade steadily on higher-mileage examples of this vehicle.