2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 2.7L Diesel · FT06 DZP

The vehicle shows a trend toward increasing corrosion and fluid leaks in its later records, contrasting with a period of clean tests between 2019 and 2021. The most recent pass on 27 February 2023 flagged engine oil leaks and corrosion affecting both the side steps and the rear brake disc back plates. While earlier failures were limited to simple electrical faults such as lighting and the horn, the current trajectory indicates emerging structural and mechanical wear typical of a vehicle of this vintage. With a recorded mileage of 108,445 miles over approximately twenty years, the vehicle has averaged roughly 5,422 miles per year. This low annual accumulation suggests a usage pattern of light duty or potential periods of inactivity. Mechanically, this often shifts the primary risk from drivetrain exhaustion to the degradation of rubber components and the onset of corrosion due to standing, rather than wear from high-intensity use. Attention should be paid to the front suspension, as records from 2016 and 2017 repeatedly noted play in the nearside and offside front suspension arm pins and bushes. During a test drive, listen for knocks or clunks when traversing uneven surfaces or during low-speed steering maneuvers, which would indicate these bushes have further deteriorated. Additionally, the reported corrosion on the rear brake disc back plates should be inspected to ensure it has not progressed to the brake lines or calipers. The engine oil leaks identified in the 2023 test require a physical inspection of the engine bay and the underside of the vehicle for active dripping or heavy residue. Check for any signs of oil misting around the gaskets and seals. The corrosion on the side steps should be evaluated to determine if it is purely cosmetic or if it affects the structural mounting points of the steps, as this can lead to instability or further chassis degradation.