2012 Land Rover Range Rover 4.4L Diesel · CHR 51S

A pattern of recurring component wear and specific mechanical defects is evident in this vehicle's recent history, though the record shows an improving trend toward clean certificates. Between 2021 and 2023, the vehicle underwent several failures and advisories involving brake pad thickness, tyre degradation, and a deteriorating offside front constant velocity boot. Most notably, the vehicle failed in December 2023 due to a dangerous tyre defect with exposed cords, and it had previously failed in December 2022 due to insufficient brake pad thickness. Since those failures, the vehicle has achieved three consecutive passes without recorded defects, with the most recent test on 06 February 2026 confirming no current issues. The recorded mileage of 65,452 over approximately 14 years represents an average annual accumulation of roughly 4,675 miles. This low annual usage is significantly below the typical mileage for a vehicle of this age and class. While lower mileage can reduce wear on certain drivetrain components, it can also correlate with the types of defects seen in the history, such as the tyre perishing and cracking noted in 2022. Such defects often occur when a vehicle is driven less frequently, as rubber components can degrade due to age and environmental exposure rather than physical tread wear. Prospective buyers should pay close attention to the nearside front area, as an oil leak was flagged as an advisory in both late 2022 and late 2023. Although no leak was recorded in the 2025 or 2026 tests, the previous presence of this issue warrants a physical inspection. During a test drive, look for any signs of fresh fluid weeping around the front suspension or engine components and listen for any rhythmic clicking or knocking sounds from the offside front when turning the steering wheel, which could indicate that the previously deteriorated constant velocity boot or the drive shaft joint itself has not been fully resolved. Regarding the braking system, the history shows a progression from a thin brake pad advisory in 2021 to a dangerous failure for insufficient thickness in 2022. While the 2026 record shows no current brake defects, the previous instability in this area suggests that the braking components have been subject to significant wear relative to the vehicle's low mileage. On a test drive, verify the pedal feel for any sponginess or vibration, and ensure there is no pulling to one side under braking, which could indicate uneven pad wear or binding calipers.