2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 2.7L Diesel · AV56 CYT

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a trend of reactive rather than preventative care. While the car passed the April 2025 test at 147,254 miles, this followed a failure just one day prior due to critical brake failures and an electronic parking brake malfunction. The transition from a failure involving brake efficiency at less than 50% to a pass within 24 hours suggests that major faults are only being addressed once they reach the point of legal failure. At 147,254 miles over twenty years, the Range Rover Sport has averaged approximately 7,360 miles per year, which is consistent with typical usage for a vehicle of this age. There is a notable two-year gap between the August 2022 and April 2024 tests, during which the vehicle covered over 11,000 miles. This period of activity, combined with the high age of the vehicle, suggests that long stands may have contributed to the degradation of rubber components and seals, which is reflected in the subsequent mechanical issues noted. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the rear suspension and drivetrain assembly. The record shows a persistent issue with the nearside rear wheel bearing, which was flagged in 2022 and 2024. Furthermore, the 2024 failure identified an excessively worn rear prop shaft centre bearing and distorted inner beads on both rear wheels. These issues can cause vibration and uneven tyre wear if not fully rectified. The presence of an oil leak noted in 2024, while described as not excessive at the time, requires close monitoring of the engine and gearbox seals to ensure a major leak is not developing. Specific attention should be paid to the electronic parking brake and the overall braking system. The 2025 failure for a parking brake malfunction and low efficiency indicates that the hydraulic or actuator components may be nearing total failure. Given the previous report of excessive exhaust emissions in 2024, the engine should be checked for signs of waycharger wear or carbon buildup. The edge wear noted on the offside rear tyre in 2025 also suggests potential alignment issues or worn suspension bushes that should be verified during a test drive.