2011 Land Rover Range Rover 4.4L Diesel · EA60 VNB

The 2011 Range Rover presents a stable, if ageing, mechanical picture as of its most recent MOT on 28 April 2022, where it passed with zero defects at 106,586 miles. That clean sheet is encouraging, but it is now over four years old, meaning the vehicle has not been subjected to a roadworthiness assessment since mid-2022. The broader maintenance trend shows a gradual resolution of minor advisories rather than a worsening pattern. The 2021 test flagged a persistent oil leak, deteriorated nearside front CV joint boot, and worn rear brake discs, yet none of these items were flagged in the subsequent 2022 pass, suggesting they were addressed. Earlier advisories around worn front suspension bushes in 2019 and a coolant leak in the same year appear to have been managed, as no related defects reappeared. This points to an owner who dealt with issues reactively rather than ignoring them outright. The mileage accumulation tells a story of very light recent use. Between the 2018 test at 85,437 miles and the 2022 pass at 106,586 miles, the vehicle covered just 21,149 miles across roughly four years, averaging around 5,287 miles annually. That is well below the already modest lifetime average of approximately 7,106 miles per year. The sharpest accumulation occurred between 2018 and 2019, when 4,454 miles were added in just over a year, and between 2020 and 2021, when 6,742 miles were covered. Since 2022, the vehicle has effectively sat idle on the recorded mileage, raising the possibility of prolonged standing, which carries its own risks around seized brakes, perished rubber components, and fuel system condensation. A prospective buyer should pay close attention to the front suspension and drivetrain, given the recurring advisories around suspension arm bushes and the CV joint boot. Even though these were not flagged in 2022, aged rubber bushes on a 15-year-old vehicle at this mileage are a likely wear point, and any clunking over uneven surfaces or vague steering feel warrants a thorough inspection on a lift. The rear brake discs were flagged as worn and pitted in 2021, so a test drive should include firm braking from moderate speed to check for judder, pulling, or binding. The historical oil and coolant leaks, while cleared by 2022, merit a visual check of the engine bay and undertray for fresh staining, particularly around the rocker cover gaskets and coolant hoses common to this generation Range Rover. Beyond the recorded advisories, structural corrosion deserves careful scrutiny. A 2011 Range Rover of this age and mileage is approaching the stage where subframe mounts, sill ends, and rear crossmembers can begin to show surface or even penetrating corrosion, especially if the vehicle has spent time standing on damp ground. Tyre condition should also be verified, as a vehicle that has covered very little mileage since 2022 may still be running on rubber from that era, with age-related sidewall cracking rather than tread wear being the primary concern. A pre-purchase inspection by a specialist familiar with Land Rover drivetrains and air suspension systems would be a prudent step before committing.