2016 Land Rover Range Rover 4.4L Diesel · E1 ADL

The 2016 Range Rover presents a stable and reassuring maintenance trend, culminating in a clean pass on 23 June 2025 at 77,002 miles with zero defects recorded. This is the most recent test, conducted just under a year ago, and it confirms the vehicle met all DVSA roadworthiness standards at that point. The broader record shows consistent passes across multiple cycles, with no recurring mechanical or structural failures, indicating a pattern of responsible ownership and proactive upkeep rather than reactive repairs. Mileage accumulation sits at approximately 7,700 miles per year, which is typical for a vehicle of this age and class. The annual tests from 2023 through 2025 show steady, incremental gains of roughly 1,600 to 8,900 miles between inspections, with no sudden spikes or suspiciously long dormant periods. The gap between the February 2024 failure and the March 2024 pass at nearly identical mileage suggests a retest following a procedural or administrative issue rather than a mechanical defect, as no faults were recorded on either occasion. The data set is clean and consistent, with no gaps that would raise concerns about extended periods off the road or odometer anomalies. Despite the unblemished MOT record, a prospective buyer should still conduct a thorough physical inspection. At 77,002 miles on a ten-year-old Range Rover, suspension components such as front lower arm bushes, anti-roll bar links, and rear trailing arm bushes are common wear points that may not yet present as MOT failures but could be approaching service life. The air suspension system, a known complexity on this model, deserves close scrutiny for compressor function, air spring leaks, and ride height calibration. Brake discs and pads should be measured for wear, particularly at the rear, where heavier SUVs tend to generate more heat and pad degradation. Underbody corrosion, especially around subframes, cross-members, and suspension mounting points, warrants inspection even though no structural advisories have appeared on record. Exhaust system integrity and DPF condition should also be verified, as short-trip urban use can accelerate soot loading on diesel variants. The MOT history is genuinely strong, but a pre-purchase inspection by a marque specialist remains the prudent course for a vehicle of this complexity and value.