2017 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 3.0L Electric diesel · LOU 478R

The most recent DVSA examination on 25 November 2025 returned a clean pass with no advisories or defects recorded, indicating that the vehicle satisfied all statutory roadworthiness requirements at that time. This follows a stable pattern of compliance across the recorded history, with passes also recorded in November 2023 and November 2024, the latter being a straightforward retest after a same-day failure on 25 November 2024. Notably, the failure entry shows no defects listed, which suggests either an administrative anomaly, a category not requiring repair, or a presentation issue rather than a genuine mechanical concern. Overall, the trend reflects consistent maintenance and presentation for testing, although the absence of any advisories across five separate examinations is unusually positive for a nine-year-old vehicle of this mileage and warrants cautious interpretation, as MOT testing is a minimum safety standard rather than a comprehensive mechanical survey. With 115,159 miles recorded over approximately nine years, this Range Rover Sport has covered an average of around 12,800 miles annually, which sits above the typical UK private vehicle usage of roughly 7,500 to 10,000 miles per year. This higher-than-average accumulation suggests the vehicle has been used extensively, likely on mixed road types given its class, and therefore will have experienced proportionately greater wear on consumable items such as brake pads, discs, tyres, and clutch components if fitted with a manual gearbox, though the automatic variants are more common. The mileage progression between tests appears broadly continuous, with no extended gaps suggesting long periods of standing, which is generally beneficial for preserving drivetrain seals, brake caliper function, and battery condition. Nevertheless, the cumulative wear associated with this mileage on a heavy premium SUV means that components beyond MOT scope, including the air suspension system, electronic dampers, transfer box, and timing chain components if petrol, will require close scrutiny. Despite the clean MOT record, a prospective buyer should not assume the vehicle is free from developing concerns, particularly given the brand-specific complexities of the Range Rover Sport platform. A thorough physical inspection should commence with the air suspension system, listening for the compressor cutting in excessively, checking for the vehicle sitting level overnight, and inspecting for any sagging at the corners which indicates failing air springs or drier leakage. Under the vehicle, the transfer box and differentials should be checked for oil seepage, as is common on higher-mileage examples, and the driveshaft flex joints inspected for perished gaiters which allow water ingress and premature failure. A test drive should encompass a wide variety of road surfaces, with particular attention to any clonks from the front suspension over speed humps, as worn upper and lower wishbone bushes and anti-roll bar drop links are well-documented wear items. Any uneven tyre wear, particularly on the inner edges, can suggest misalignment or worn suspension arms, while brake pedal feel should be firm and consistent, free from any sponginess or excessive travel. Additional checks appropriate to this mileage and age profile include a thorough inspection of the cooling system for any signs of weeping from the radiator, expansion tank, and water pump, as overheating events are not uncommon and can lead to consequential cylinder head concerns on certain engines. The automatic transmission should be evaluated for smooth, crisp gear changes both cold and once at operating temperature, and any slipping, flare, or harsh engagement noted. Service history verification is essential, with particular focus on confirmation of recent replacement of brake fluid, coolant, and gearbox oil within their manufacturer-specified intervals, as age-based fluid degradation is a common oversight that can compromise long-term reliability. The 12V battery should be load-tested if possible, as premium vehicles with complex electrical systems are sensitive to voltage drop, and the under-bonnet inspection should look for evidence of oil residue around the cam cover gasket and any tell-tale signs of previous repairs. Finally, ensure all electronic features including the infotainment, terrain response system, and parking sensors function correctly, as rectification costs on these systems can be considerable and are not assessed during MOT testing.