2009 Land Rover Range Rover 3.6L Diesel · K31 BCA

Corrosion in the braking system represents the most immediate mechanical concern for this vehicle, following a pass on 01 June 2026 which included an advisory for a corroded nearside rear inner brake pipe covered in grease or other material. While the vehicle has maintained a relatively stable passing record since a significant failure in late 2020, the transition from clean tests to specific component advisories suggests a shift toward age-related degradation. The history shows a period of three consecutive years without any recorded defects between 2022 and 2024, but the recent identification of brake pipe corrosion indicates that structural or fluid-carrying components are now reaching the end of their service life. The recorded mileage of 164,492 miles for a 2009 registration equates to an average annual accumulation of approximately 9,676 miles. This usage pattern is consistent with typical long-distance or mixed-use driving for a vehicle of this age and does not indicate periods of prolonged stationary use or excessive high-mileage strain. For a heavy four-wheel-drive vehicle like this Range Rover, this level of mileage suggests that components such as the air suspension system, drivetrain seals, and various chassis bushings have been subject to regular, consistent mechanical cycles rather than the intermittent stresses associated with very low-mileage vehicles that sit idle for long periods. Prospective buyers should focus their physical inspection on the braking system and the underside of the vehicle to address the specific issues flagged in the DVSA records. The advisory regarding the nearside rear inner brake pipe requires careful scrutiny; during a test drive, pay close attention to the brake pedal feel for any sponginess, a soft pedal, or a lack of consistent pressure, which could indicate that the corrosion is compromising the integrity of the line. It is also advisable to inspect the area around the pipe to determine if the grease mentioned in the report is being used to mask active leaks or if it is merely superficial buildup. Further attention should be directed toward the front suspension, following the major failure recorded in 2020 involving an excessively worn offside front lower suspension arm bush. Although this was rectified, the recurring mention of tyre wear on edges in previous years suggests that suspension geometry or alignment may be a recurring theme. On the test drive, listen for any knocking, clunking, or creaking noises when traversing uneven surfaces or turning the steering wheel, and check for any pulling to one side or steering wheel vibration, which would indicate that the suspension bushings or control arms are failing again.