2019 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 3.0L Diesel · DS19 NHA

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a shift toward reactive rather than preventative care. The most recent test on 23 July 2025 at 85,060 miles resulted in a failure due to a non-functional offside front fog lamp and play in the nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint. While the vehicle passed after these repairs were made, the presence of ball joint play indicates that the suspension components are beginning to reach the end of their service life under high mileage. The mileage profile is high for a seven-year-old luxury Range Rover Sport, averaging approximately 12,000 miles per year. There is a significant jump of 14,781 miles between the June 2023 test at 55,112 miles and the July 2024 test at 69,893 miles. This consistent high usage puts heavy strain on the drivetrain and complex air suspension systems. The 2024 advisory regarding rear tyres being worn to the legal limit and showing wear on the edges suggests potential alignment issues or neglect of basic consumable maintenance during that period of operation. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension geometry, as the flagged ball joint play in 2025 is often a precursor to more expensive failures in control arms and bushings. Given the high mileage and the previous tyre wear patterns, checking for uneven tyre degradation and signs of fluid leaks from the shock absorbers is essential. Attention should also be paid to any signs of corrosion or rubber wear in the air spring bellows, as high-mileage examples frequently suffer component fatigue beyond the 80,000-mile mark.