2020 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 2.0L Hybrid electric (clean) · AE70 OMV

This Range Rover Sport presents an overall clean and reassuring roadworthiness profile, with the most recent test on 23 December 2025 returning a pass and only a single advisory regarding the nearside front tyre wearing close to the legal limit and on its edge. The pattern across its recorded MOT history shows a stable and largely trouble-free mechanical trajectory, with a pass recorded in November 2023 and a further pass in December 2024. The only failure occurred within that 2024 cycle and was attributable to a single major defect concerning the nearside windscreen wiper failing to clear the screen effectively, which was rectified at the same test session to allow the vehicle to pass on the same date. That dual pass-and-fail record from the same day is a procedural occurrence rather than a sign of systemic deterioration, and the absence of repeat advisories across consecutive tests suggests that wear items have generally been addressed in a timely manner rather than left to develop into recurring concerns. At approximately 52,157 miles over six years, this vehicle is accumulating mileage at a rate of around 8,693 miles per year, which sits comfortably within typical parameters for a premium SUV of this age. There are no unusual gaps in the testing record and no evidence of extended periods off the road, which is significant on a Range Rover Sport because prolonged standing is often associated with seized brake calipers, deteriorating air suspension components, and exhaust system corrosion from moisture accumulation. The consistent annual mileage suggests the vehicle has remained in regular use, allowing mechanical components, particularly the brake system, to operate as intended rather than suffering the consequences of infrequent deployment. This usage pattern is broadly favourable for long-term integrity of the drivetrain, propshaft, and electronic systems. Given the specific defects recorded, prospective buyers should focus their attention on the braking and wiper systems during inspection. The rear service brake binding advisory from December 2024 warrants particular scrutiny; even if described as not excessive, binding rear calipers are a known issue on these vehicles and can lead to uneven pad wear, brake drag, elevated rear disc corrosion, and pulling under braking. On a test drive, listen for any scraping or grinding from the rear wheels, check for pulling to one side under firm braking, and verify that the vehicle rolls freely on level ground with the handbrake released. The nearside front tyre edge wear flagged in December 2025 should be visually confirmed on both front tyres, as edge wear often points to suspension geometry issues, incorrect camber, or worn front suspension components such as control arm bushes, ball joints, or anti-roll bar links, all of which are common wear items on this model and can produce knocking or clonking over uneven surfaces. The windscreen wiper failure from the 2024 test, while rectified, is worth noting as a mechanical learning point rather than a current concern. Modern Range Rover Sport wiper linkages can suffer from worn pivot bushes or failing wiper motors, so during inspection the buyer should operate the wipers across all speeds and verify full screen coverage with no smearing or stuttering. Beyond the recorded advisories, a thorough test drive should include careful assessment of the air suspension system, listening for compressor noise on start-up and observing whether the vehicle settles to ride height promptly, as this system is a known long-term maintenance consideration on this platform. Under the vehicle, inspection should look for any signs of oily residue around the differentials, transfer box, and engine sump, as well as corrosion on the underbody and exhaust mounting points, which are common on vehicles operating in UK winter conditions.