2015 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 3.0L Diesel · KT15 OLE

The vehicle presents a mixed maintenance profile that appears to be trending towards reactive rather than preventative care. While the most recent test on 11 November 2024 at 141,032 miles resulted in a pass, the tester flagged multiple advisories regarding thinning brake pads on both front and rear axles and tyres worn close to the legal limit on both the nearside rear and offside front. This pattern of allowing consumables to reach the end of their service life suggests a tendency to address issues only when they approach failure thresholds. The mileage accumulation is high for an 11-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 12,821 miles per year. A significant period of usage is evident between the November 2022 test at 101,504 miles and the December 2023 test at 124,638 miles, where the vehicle covered over 23,000 miles in thirteen months. The jump from 124,638 miles in December 2023 to 141,032 miles in November 2024 shows continued heavy use. This high-mileage profile increases the likelihood of accelerated wear on drivetrain and suspension components. The MOT history reveals recurring issues with the braking system and front-end suspension. In November 2022, the vehicle failed due to worn brake pads and a nearside front suspension arm bush. A subsequent failure in October 2023 at 124,635 miles highlighted more serious mechanical concerns, including a split offside front outer drive shaft CV boot and failed dust covers on both offside front suspension arm ball joints. The electronic braking system warning device fault noted during that same test also warrants scrutiny. A prospective buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension assembly and drive shafts to ensure the CV boots and ball joint covers replaced or addressed in late 2023 are holding up. Given the recent advisories for thin brake pads and worn tyres, the immediate cost of consumables should be factored into any purchase. Detailed attention should also be paid to the electronic braking system to confirm the previous fault has been fully resolved and not merely reset.