2018 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 3.0L Diesel · FN18 XTH

The vehicle presents a concerning roadworthiness profile characterized by a history of reactive rather than proactive maintenance. While it passed its most recent test on 17 December 2025 at 81,609 miles, this followed a failure just five months prior involving multiple mechanical defects. The trend shows a worsening state of component integrity, specifically regarding the engine's seals and the suspension-related hardware, suggesting that the owner only addresses faults when forced by MOT failures rather than during scheduled service intervals. At 81,609 miles over eight years, the vehicle averages approximately 10,200 miles per year, which aligns with typical annual usage for a luxury SUV. However, the data reveals a period of high activity between May 2024 and December 2025, where the vehicle covered over 12,000 miles in seventeen months. This rapid accumulation, combined with the recurring failure of the offside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover, indicates that the chassis components are under significant stress and are experiencing accelerated wear for a Range Rover Sport of this age. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the engine bay, as the record shows an excessive oil leak at 69,250 miles that evolved into a persistent but not excessive leak from the engine and differential. The December 2025 test flagged thin front inner brake pads and pitted, scored discs all round, indicating the entire braking system is nearing a total overhaul requirement. Furthermore, the previous supplementary restraint system warning lamp failure in July 2025 must be verified to ensure the airbag and sensor systems have been properly rectified, as this represents a critical safety risk that was previously noted.