2018 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 4.4L Diesel · AT02 AJT

The most recent MOT, carried out on 18 July 2026, was passed with no recorded defects, and the preceding five annual tests also returned clean passes. The only blemish in the eight‑year record was a single failure in March 2021 for an ineffective windscreen wiper, which was evidently corrected as the subsequent test that same day recorded a pass. This pattern indicates a generally stable maintenance regime with no recurring mechanical failures and suggests that any earlier issues have been addressed promptly. At 60,915 miles the vehicle averages roughly 7,600 miles per year, a usage rate that sits comfortably within the normal range for a 2018 Range Rover Sport. There are no conspicuous mileage gaps that would imply long periods of inactivity, nor is there evidence of unusually high annual mileage that would accelerate wear on critical components such as the suspension, brakes or drivetrain. Consequently the wear on consumables should be commensurate with its age rather than excessive mileage abuse. For a prospective buyer the principal inspection points relate to age‑related degradation rather than mileage‑induced failure. Examine the tyre sidewalls for cracking, dry rot or uneven tread wear, remembering that tyres older than six years can deteriorate even if the tread appears adequate. Verify the condition of the 12‑volt battery, which at eight years may be approaching the end of its service life; a load test or a voltage check after a short idle will reveal any loss of capacity. Inspect the suspension – particularly the front and rear bushes, ball joints and coil springs – for any looseness, creaking or excessive play, as rubber components can harden and lose compliance over time. Check the brake discs for surface rust or scoring and the pads for remaining thickness; standing periods can cause disc corrosion that leads to shudder when the brakes are applied. Review the under‑body for any signs of rust, especially around the wheel arches and sills, and confirm that all fluid reservoirs – engine oil, brake fluid, coolant and power‑steering fluid – are topped up and that the fluids have been changed in accordance with the manufacturer’s calendar intervals rather than mileage alone. During a test drive listen for any clunking or squeaking from the front or rear suspension when encountering bumps, and note any vibration or pulsation through the steering wheel that could indicate tyre imbalance, worn suspension bushes or warped brake discs. Observe the operation of the windscreen wipers and washer jets, given the historic wiper failure; they should clear the glass efficiently at all speeds. Finally, request to see the service book or electronic service records to confirm that time‑based services such as spark‑plug replacement, timing‑belt or chain inspection (if applicable), and fluid changes have been performed, as these are critical to maintaining the vehicle’s long‑term reliability beyond what mileage alone can reveal.