2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 2.7L Diesel · BV08 FCN

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status following its most recent test on November 7, 2025. The maintenance trend appears stable, though the history shows a pattern of immediate failures followed by successful re-tests. In both November 2025 and January 2024, the vehicle failed the initial presentation but passed shortly thereafter after remedial work, suggesting that the owner is proactive in addressing specific defects once they are flagged by the tester. The recorded mileage of 61,064 miles is exceptionally low for an 18-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,400 miles per year. The data indicates very infrequent usage between intervals; for example, only 93 miles elapsed between the January 2024 failure and the subsequent January 31, 2024 pass. While low mileage generally reduces wear on the engine and drivetrain components, long periods of standing can lead to the degradation of rubber-based components, fluid breakdown, and brake corrosion due to disuse. Despite the clean advisories on the most recent passes, a buyer must focus on the mechanical risks associated with low-mileage, older Land Rovers. The age of the Range Rover Sport necessitates a thorough inspection of the air suspension system and rubber bushes, which often perish or leak over time regardless of distance driven. You should also check for structural corrosion on the chassis and ensure that the brake calipers are not seized or pitted, as the vehicle appears to sit stationary for long durations between tests.