2017 Land Rover Range Rover 4.4L Diesel · C27 ACK

The 2017 Land Rover Range Rover carries a MOT record spanning nearly nine years with a pattern of minor advisories rather than outright failures. The most recent test on 2026-06-30 resulted in a pass despite three advisory flags including a worn front anti-roll bar pin or bush, a cracked exhaust clamp, a cracked fuel tank cradle, and splits in the lower side ball joint boots on both nearside and offside front axles. These issues collectively paint a picture of gradually accumulating wear across the suspension, drivetrain, and chassis systems, with the 2026-06-30 result being the first to record such a combination since the previous clean passes in 2025 through 2022. The presence of multiple small advisories suggests the vehicle has remained roadworthy but requires attention to the listed components during the next service interval. At 98,988 miles, the odometer reading aligns closely with the vehicle's stated age of approximately nine years when averaged at roughly 11,000 miles per year—a rate consistent with moderate daily use over the past decade. The testing schedule shows regular intervals between assessments, with gaps of roughly eight to eleven months separating each MOT from six months to just over two years earlier, indicating the car has been serviced consistently enough to maintain compliance while also allowing sufficient time for wear to accumulate noticeably on critical moving parts. The absence of any motorway disqualification or major failure throughout the period demonstrates sustained reliability, though the cumulative effect of the advisories warrants close monitoring of the identified systems. The suspension system presents the most immediate concerns given the documented splits in both front lower side ball joint boots, a symptom that typically manifests as a clicking or knocking noise over bumps or a subtle loss of ride height and handling precision. When inspecting the car, pay particular attention to any audible knocks when traversing uneven ground and ensure the wheels remain level and the steering feels responsive with no play in the control arm pivots. The cracked exhaust clamp and fuel tank cradle represent potential leak paths—listen for hissing sounds when the engine is running and verify that no fuel vapour is escaping around the tank mounting points, especially if the vehicle has been parked outdoors for extended periods. The 2022-07-05 MOT recorded an advisory regarding engine covers and vehicle under-trays being fitted, which may indicate prior restoration work but does not preclude existing underlying issues if the original repairs were not fully completed or if subsequent damage occurred. Given the progression of advisories toward the rear end of the record, buyers should treat the anti-roll bar bushing and ball joint areas as priority items—these components often develop further deterioration over time and can affect handling and safety. A thorough test drive should include checking for any vibration through the floorboard, confirming that the suspension returns smoothly to its resting position after hitting potholes, and listening for any abnormal noises emanating from the exhaust system or beneath the fuel tank area, all of which would provide practical confirmation of whether the reported faults have worsened since their initial reporting.