2005 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 4.2L Petrol · LB05 KVS

The 2005 Range Rover Sport presents a stable and improving maintenance trend, culminating in a clean pass on 25 November 2025 at 108,765 miles with zero defects recorded. That result is significant because it follows a period where corrosion advisories were actively flagged, suggesting the previous owner addressed those concerns before the most recent test. The trajectory from flagged corrosion in 2022 to a completely clean bill of health in 2025 indicates the vehicle has been cared for rather than neglected, which is a positive signal for any prospective buyer. The mileage pattern tells an unusual story for a vehicle of this age. At roughly 5,179 miles per year over 21 years, the annual usage is well below the UK average of around 7,000 to 8,000 miles. The intervals between tests reveal modest and consistent accumulation: 1,736 miles between February 2022 and January 2023, 3,568 miles between January 2023 and February 2024, and 2,594 miles between February 2024 and November 2025. There are no alarming gaps or sudden spikes in the odometer, and the record is clean with no missing years. Low annual mileage can mean reduced mechanical wear, but it also raises the possibility of prolonged standing periods, which can cause its own issues such as seized brake calipers, perished rubber bushes, and fuel system degradation. The 2022 test at 100,867 miles flagged two advisories worth noting: a corroding air suspension tank and a corroding exhaust system. Both are common failure points on this generation Range Rover Sport, and the fact that neither appeared in subsequent tests suggests remedial work was carried out. The air suspension system remains a critical area for any buyer to inspect in person. A failing compressor, corroded air struts, or a weakened tank can lead to costly repairs and an uneven or sagging ride height. The exhaust system should also be checked thoroughly, particularly around the rear silencer and any welded joints, as corrosion can progress internally even after surface treatment. Beyond the flagged items, a physical inspection should focus on the structural integrity of the chassis and subframes, which are known to corrode on these vehicles, especially around the rear trailing arm mounting points and the front crossmember. The braking system deserves close attention given the low mileage profile; discs and pads that sit unused for extended periods can develop surface corrosion and uneven wear patterns. Tyre condition should be examined for age-related cracking, as low-mileage vehicles often run on the same rubber for years beyond its safe service life. Overall, the MOT record is reassuring, but the nature of this vehicle and its usage pattern demands a thorough hands-on inspection before purchase.