2019 Land Rover Range Rover 4.4L Diesel · CY19 RNA

A persistent brake-related advisory pattern runs through the DVSA history of this 2019 Range Rover, providing the defining mechanical thread for any prospective buyer. Across the four most recent tests, the rear brake discs have been flagged twice for being worn, pitted or scored (initially noted as corroded in December 2023 and again in December 2024), and the front discs were added to the list in 2024 as worn on the inner face. The 2023 entry also recorded rear brake pads wearing thin, while the 2024 test raised concerns about the offside parking brake performance only just meeting requirements. All five tests since 2021 have resulted in passes with no recorded failures or dangerous defects, but the accumulating brake wear noted over consecutive annual inspections points to a braking system that is progressively nearing a service threshold rather than one in a steady state. With 62,900 miles covered over roughly seven years, the vehicle has averaged close to 9,000 miles annually, which sits comfortably within expected usage for a large luxury SUV and rules out both extreme low-mileage storage concerns and high-mileage wear concerns. There are no multi-year gaps in testing history, with annual MOTs recorded continuously from 2021 through to the July 2026 pass, suggesting the vehicle has remained in regular use throughout the recorded period. This kind of consistent running typically benefits drivetrain and suspension longevity, as seals, fluids and bushes remain active rather than deteriorating through prolonged standing. The mileage is sufficient, however, to mean that brake consumables, tyres and certain suspension components are well into their working life. The flagged nearside front outer road wheel distortion noted at the most recent test is a relevant point of focus, as wheel distortion can present as a perceptible vibration through the steering wheel or, in more pronounced cases, as steering instability at higher speeds. On a test drive, attention should be paid to any such vibration, particularly when accelerating or braking from motorway speeds, and to whether the steering wheel returns to centre cleanly without pulling. Given the documented brake disc wear, a careful on-road assessment of brake pedal feel is warranted: any judder or pulsation through the pedal under firm braking suggests the worn inner edges of the front discs may now be approaching a thickness limit and could require machining or replacement. A standing brake application on a slight incline will confirm whether the offside parking brake, previously flagged as only just meeting requirements, holds the vehicle firmly without creeping. The rear brake disc corrosion noted in 2023 and the pitted condition recorded in 2024 should also drive a close inspection of the rear braking response, listening for any grinding noises and checking for handbrake travel that feels excessive or fails to hold on an incline. Given the recurring pattern of disc advisories over successive tests, a prospective buyer should plan for a full brake refurbishment encompassing discs and pads, both front and rear, as part of any near-term budgeting. Beyond the braking system, the otherwise clean advisory record means a standard pre-purchase inspection should concentrate on the typical age-related wear points for a Range Rover of this mileage, including air suspension components, drive shafts, and underbody corrosion, none of which have so far triggered an MOT advisory. A raised ramp inspection remains advisable to confirm structural integrity and to check for any oil leaks from the drivetrain before purchase.