2022 Land Rover Range Rover Sprt SVR Crbn ED A 5.0L Petrol · HF22 RFX

A pattern of repeated brake-related advisories across consecutive MOT tests points to front and rear brake wear progressing at a steady rate on this 41,904-mile Range Rover Sport SVR. The most recent test on 30 March 2026 recorded a pass with advisories for front brake disc wear and a non-structural rear tyre cut, continuing the front disc advisory carried forward from the 2025 test. The earlier 2025 pass and same-day failure on 28 March 2025 give a fuller picture of the wear trajectory: the front discs have now been flagged at two successive tests, rear brake discs were noted as pitted or scored, front pads were thinning, and a dangerous rear pad reading under 1.5 mm forced a failure alongside a nearside front tyre cut deep enough to reach the ply. The dominance of braking component advisories across the record indicates a vehicle whose friction materials are consuming in line with its performance-focused specification, and the dangerous-level pad wear on the rear axle shows that wear rates can escalate quickly between tests if the pads are not actively monitored. With 41,904 miles recorded over roughly four years, the vehicle accumulates close to 10,500 miles annually, which is broadly typical for its age and consistent with regular mixed-use driving rather than extended standing periods. There are no multi-year gaps in the MOT record and no sudden mileage jumps between tests, suggesting continuous road use and steady accumulation. At this rate of annual mileage on a heavy, high-output SUV, brake disc and pad wear, tyre replacement cycles, and suspension component fatigue will all be expected service items, and the recorded advisories align with that usage rather than indicating any abnormal mechanical stress from excessive mileage. For a prospective buyer, the brake system must be the primary focus of any inspection. The persistent front disc advisory at the last two tests means the discs are likely approaching their minimum wear limit and should be physically measured for thickness and checked for lipping, hot spots, and surface scoring. Given the rear pads were found dangerously thin in 2025, the caliper slides, pins, and handbrake mechanism should be examined for binding or seizing, which is a common cause of uneven rear pad wear on Land Rover products. On a test drive, listen for any grinding or squealing under light braking, feel for pedal vibration or judder that would indicate disc runout, and check that the vehicle pulls evenly to a stop without any grabbing from one corner. The rear discs, which were previously noted as pitted or scored, should be inspected for corrosion rings and ridging at the outer edge, as these can transmit through the pedal under firm braking. The tyres also warrant direct attention, given the nearside front tyre was cut deeply enough to fail the 2025 test and the most recent advisory noted a rear tyre cut. All four tyres should be checked for sidewall damage, embedded debris, and uneven shoulder wear, which on a heavy SUV with adaptive dampers can indicate alignment or suspension component issues. On the road, listen for any clonking or knocking from the front end over speed humps and uneven surfaces, as the 2022-onwards Range Rover Sport platform is known for wear in the upper and lower front suspension arms, bushes, and anti-roll bar drop links at this mileage band. Any vague steering, inconsistent self-centring, or rumble through the cabin at speed would justify further inspection of these components before purchase.