2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 3.0L Diesel · GX62 UNW

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a pattern of reactive rather than proactive upkeep. While the most recent test in May 2026 at 112,620 miles passed, the tester flagged underbody corrosion which requires monitoring. This follows a period of instability between 2024 and 2025 where the vehicle failed multiple tests for significant mechanical and exhaust issues. The transition from multiple failures to a pass suggests the current owner is addressing critical faults only when necessitated by the annual testing process. The mileage pattern is consistent with a 14-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,000 miles per year. There is a notable jump of 16,652 miles recorded between May 2024 and May 2025, followed by a more standard interval of 16,114 miles leading to the May 2026 test. This consistent annual usage over the last two years places specific demands on the Range Rover's complex suspension and drivetrain components, as evidenced by the recurring failures of ball joints and wheel bearings noted in the history. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the front suspension geometry, as the record shows a recurring history of worn lower arm ball joints and anti-roll bar linkages across the 2024 and 2025 tests. The offside front wheel bearing flagged in 2025 also warrants physical verification for noise or play. Furthermore, the 2024 report of a major DPF exhaust leak and pitted rear brake discs indicates that the exhaust and braking systems are reaching the end of their service lives. Most importantly, given the mention of underbody corrosion in the 2026 test, a structural inspection is essential to ensure the rust is not beyond economical repair.