2016 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 3.0L Diesel · F1 DNR

The 2016 Range Rover Sport presents a mixed maintenance picture. The most recent MOT, conducted on 4 July 2025 at 58,080 miles, passed but flagged front tyres worn close to the legal limit and worn on the edge, alongside thin front brake pads and worn discs. This follows a June 2024 failure at 49,570 miles for a worn nearside front tyre, thin rear brake pads, and insecure offside rear wiring contacting sharp edges. The recurrence of tyre wear advisories and brake component degradation suggests consumable upkeep has been reactive rather than proactive. The trend is not worsening in a structural sense, but it indicates a pattern of addressing items only when they approach failure thresholds. The mileage profile is notably low for a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,808 miles per year. The record shows a jump from 33,928 miles in July 2022 to 39,981 miles in June 2023, then to 49,570 miles by June 2024, before reaching 58,080 miles in July 2025. This acceleration in annual mileage over the past three years could reflect a change in ownership or usage pattern. The gap between the 2022 and 2023 tests is unremarkable, but the 9,589-mile increase in the following twelve months and the subsequent 8,510-mile rise to mid-2025 suggest heavier recent use. Low-mileage vehicles that stand for extended periods can suffer from deteriorated rubber components, brake surface corrosion, and fluid degradation, none of which are directly visible in the MOT data but warrant physical inspection. A buyer should focus on the front suspension and steering geometry. Repeated edge wear on front tyres points to possible misalignment, worn suspension bushes, or deteriorating track rod ends. The front brake wear pattern, with both pads and discs flagged as worn in the latest test, reinforces the likelihood of sustained underuse followed by heavier demand, which can lead to uneven disc corrosion and binding calipers. The insecure rear wiring noted in the 2024 failure is a concern if not properly rectified, as chafing against sharp edges can cause electrical faults or intermittent lighting failures. Underbody inspection is essential. Despite the low mileage, a vehicle of this age and type is susceptible to corrosion on subframes, brake pipe runs, and suspension mounting points, particularly if used on salted roads or left standing. The exhaust system and DPF should be checked given the modest annual mileage, as short journeys can cause soot blockage and emissions-related faults not always captured in a pass. The rear brake advisories and front tyre wear together suggest the braking system deserves a thorough check for seized guide pins, uneven pad transfer, and hydraulic integrity before any purchase commitment.