2016 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 5.0L Petrol · AM11 TUT

The most recent DVSA MOT test conducted on 1 May 2026 recorded a pass with no defects or advisories noted, which represents the strongest possible outcome on the official roadworthiness inspection. The two prior tests in May 2025 and May 2024 also returned clean passes with no recorded defects, suggesting that any underlying issues identified in the 2023 test cycle have been subsequently rectified or have not reappeared under DVSA scrutiny. The maintenance trend therefore appears stable and improving, with the most recent inspection confirming no immediate mechanical concerns flagged by the testing authority. A buyer can take reasonable confidence that the vehicle is currently meeting statutory roadworthiness standards and that the owner has evidently addressed previous advisories and majors raised in mid-2023. With a recorded mileage of 83,040 miles on a 2016 vehicle, the annual accumulation stands at approximately 8,300 miles per year, which is broadly typical for a large luxury SUV of this age and broadly consistent with mixed private and light commercial use. There are no obvious anomalies in the recorded mileage history, such as implausibly low readings or rapid year-on-year jumps that might indicate clocking or inconsistent usage. This average mileage profile implies steady but moderate wear across consumable items, suspension components, drivetrain elements, and braking hardware, without the accelerated degradation typically associated with high-mileage motorway use. Given the vehicle's age of roughly a decade, however, calendar-based degradation of rubber, fluids, and electrical components should be considered independently of the odometer reading. The 2023 MOT history warrants close attention, as it contains both major and advisory defects that, while not currently flagged, may have ongoing mechanical implications. The failed test recorded both offside and nearside front suspension arm ball joint dust covers as no longer preventing ingress of dirt on the rear arms, which is a precursor to accelerated wear of the ball joint itself once the protective gaiter is compromised. On a test drive, listen for any clonking or knocking from the front suspension over uneven surfaces, particularly during full lock manoeuvres or over speed bumps, and inspect for uneven inner or outer tyre wear that can indicate worn ball joints or deteriorating rear trailing arm bushes. The advisory regarding front brake pads wearing thin suggests that pads have likely been replaced since, and the buyer should verify the pad and disc condition directly, feeling for brake shudder under firm application and checking for any binding or uneven pulling that might indicate a seized caliper, a common Range Rover Sport issue regardless of MOT status. The rear differential oil leak advisory recorded in 2023 warrants physical inspection, as although described as not excessive at the time, differential seals on this model are prone to progressive deterioration and can worsen with age. A prospective buyer should examine the underside for fresh oil residue, staining around the differential housing, and any signs of weeping from the rear output seals. The nearside rear tyre cut advisory should also prompt inspection of all four tyres for sidewall cracking or perishing, which is common on a decade-old vehicle irrespective of tread depth, and for any uneven shoulder wear indicative of alignment or suspension geometry issues. Given the calendar age, it is prudent to verify the date code on the 12V battery, check that brake fluid and coolant have been serviced within the recommended two and four year intervals respectively, and confirm the timing belt or chain service history where applicable. A compression test, full underbody examination for corrosion, and a diagnostic scan for any stored fault codes in the air suspension, terrain response, and electronic stability control systems would be highly advisable on a premium SUV approaching its tenth anniversary.