2004 Land Rover Rangerover 2.9L Diesel · CU54 FTO

The 2004 Land Rover Range Rover shows a deteriorating maintenance trend with multiple structural concerns emerging in recent tests. The December 2021 MOT at 188,838 miles marked the final test in the available record, where the vehicle passed despite critical advisory warnings including both rear sub-frame pins or bushes worn, offside rear tyre near legal limit, and offside rear brake disc worn and pitted. This followed a failed test just one week earlier on 188,823 miles where the same rear sub-frame issues appeared alongside dangerous front suspension failures including track rod end ball joint with serious detachment risk and both front lower suspension arm bushes excessively worn. The mileage accumulation shows consistent heavy use at approximately 8,584 miles annually over the vehicle's 22-year lifespan. Between November 2020 and December 2021, the odometer advanced 19,015 miles in just over a year, indicating intensive usage during this final documented period. The gap between May 2019 and November 2020 covered 46,609 miles across 18 months, suggesting sustained high-mileage operation before the most problematic testing phase began. The recurring sub-frame bush wear affects both rear mounting points and indicates chassis deterioration requiring immediate attention. The front suspension failures in December 2021 were severe enough to cause initial test failure, with track rod end wear creating steering control risks. Both rear brake discs show significant wear patterns alongside persistent tyre edge wear, pointing to alignment or suspension geometry issues that compromise braking performance. Buyers must verify front suspension component condition through detailed inspection, particularly track rod ends and lower control arm bushes which previously caused immediate MOT failures. The rear sub-frame mounting system requires specialist assessment given the dual advisory warnings. Brake system overhaul will be essential given the documented disc wear and pad deterioration patterns evident across multiple tests.