2017 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 4.4L Diesel · AL04 ACA

The vehicle maintains a roadworthy status, though the maintenance trend shows a shift from clean records to emerging mechanical concerns. The most recent test in May 2024 at 71,286 miles identified corrosion and grease-covered brake pipes on both the offside and nearside front lines. While the vehicle passed despite this finding, the appearance of corrosion after several years of clean inspections suggests that the braking system is beginning to show age and requires monitoring to prevent structural thinning. The mileage pattern is consistent with typical annual use for this age, averaging approximately 8,000 miles per year. There is a notable gap of 12,867 miles between the March 2023 and May 2024 tests, indicating a period of higher usage. However, the records between 2021 and 2023 remained remarkably clean with no recorded defects, suggesting the vehicle was well-maintained during that interval. The relatively low mileage for a nine-year-old vehicle generally benefits the complex air suspension and drivetrain components common to the Range Rover Sport. A buyer must perform a thorough physical inspection of the brake lines to ensure the corrosion noted in 2024 has not progressed to a point where pipe replacement is urgent. The presence of grease on these pipes is also concerning as it can sometimes be used to hide active leaks or de-surface de-surface rust from the tester. Given the previous 2020 failure for worn tyres and incorrect registration spacing, the current tyres should be checked for uneven wear patterns to ensure the suspension geometry is not misaligned, which would lead to premature replacement of expensive high-load rated tyres. Specific attention should also be paid to the rear air bellows and suspension bushings for any signs of perished rubber or leaking that have not yet triggered an MOT advisory.