2006 Land Rover Range Rover 4.2L Petrol · GP55 OMU

The vehicle remains in a state of inconsistent roadworthiness, showing a reactive rather than proactive maintenance trend. While it passed its latest test on 29 May 2025 at 168,869 miles, this followed a significant failure just one month prior that revealed multiple mechanical defects. The trend indicates a pattern where critical safety items are only addressed when forced by a test failure, with recurring issues in the braking and suspension systems persisting across several inspection cycles. The recorded mileage of 168,869 miles is consistent with the vehicle's age, averaging approximately 8,400 miles per year. However, there is a notable gap in data between May 2023 at 156,658 miles and April 2024 at 166,752 miles, where the vehicle covered over 10,000 miles in a single year. The most recent interval shows only 2,111 miles driven between the April failure and the May pass, suggesting recent usage during the repair period despite the heavy wear noted on the chassis. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the subframe and suspension components, as the record repeatedly flags subframe pins and bushes as excessively worn. The tester noted these failures in both 2024 and 2025, indicating that underlying structural or rubber wear has not been fully rectified. The braking system also presents a risk, with corroded brake pipes and binding rear calipers appearing across multiple years. The presence of grease on the corroded pipes suggests attempts to mask rust rather than replace components. Further attention should be paid to the steering rack and drivetrain, following reports of inner steering joint play and a split CV boot in April 2024. The persistent presence of a damaged windscreen across three years suggests minor cosmetic and safety defects are frequently ignored by the owner. Given the history of seat belt failures and engine management malfunctions, the electrical and mechanical safety systems of this vehicle require expert verification to ensure no latent faults remain.