2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 3.0L Diesel · LD59 PUB

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a worsening condition regarding brake system integrity. While the most recent test in May 2026 at 48,341 miles passed, the tester identified corroded brake pipes on both the rear and front to rear sections. This follows a similar failure in May 2025 at 48,013 miles where front-to-rear pipes were flagged for corrosion and contamination by grease. The recurrence of this fault suggests that previous owners have only performed reactive repairs and that corrosion is actively progressing across the hydraulic lines. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a thirteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,700 miles per year. The data shows consistent low-usage between 2016 and 2024, with several years showing no recorded defects. However, there is a notable gap in usage between January 2020 and April 2021, where the car covered only 1,653 miles in over fourteen months. Such low-use patterns often lead to accelerated degradation of rubber-based components and seals, which correlates with the recent emergence of pipe corrosion. A physical inspection must focus on the condition of the brake lines to ensure the corrosion is not structural or deep. The presence of grease noted in the 2025 and 2026 tests indicates potential fluid leaks or poor maintenance practices that have masked further rust. Given the low mileage and the nearside front tyre wear flagged in 2025, the buyer should also check for flat spotting or uneven tyre wear, which are common in vehicles that sit stationary for long periods.