2007 Land Rover Range Rover 4.2L Petrol · LR07 KFN

The most recent MOT, carried out on 24 July 2024, was passed with no recorded defects, indicating that the vehicle met the current safety and emissions standards at that time. Over the preceding seven‑year span the record shows a mixture of clean passes and a single failure in May 2023, the latter being remedied sufficiently for a clean pass the following year. Advisories have been recurrent – notably thin front and rear brake pads, wear on lower front suspension arm bushes, and corrosion on brake pipes – but there has been no escalation to persistent failures, suggesting that the owner has addressed major issues as they arose and that the overall maintenance trend is now stable rather than deteriorating. With 102 220 mi recorded on a 2007 Range Rover, the average annual mileage works out at roughly 5 400 mi per year, which is considerably below the typical 10‑12 000 mi expected for a vehicle of this age. Such low utilisation often points to periods of limited use or prolonged storage, which can be as consequential as high mileage because age‑related degradation of rubber components, seals and corrosion‑prone parts may have progressed despite the modest distance covered. Consequently, the mechanical wear that does exist is likely concentrated on consumables that are driven by time rather than distance, such as brake pads, suspension bushings and fluid quality. Prospective buyers should give particular attention to the braking system. The repeated advisories about thin front and rear pads mean that the pads may be close to the minimum thickness and could be due for replacement; check the pad wear indicators and inspect the discs for scoring, glazing or rust that could cause shudder or reduced stopping performance. The rear brake pipe has been flagged for corrosion on several occasions, so examine both pipes for rust, pitting or signs of leakage, especially around the flexible sections, and verify that the hand‑brake operation feels firm without excessive pull. While the 2023 failure cited a missing off‑side front wheel fixing, confirm that all wheel bolts or studs are present, correctly torqued and that the wheel nuts seat fully, as missing fasteners can lead to wheel wobble or loss of fitment under load. Given the vehicle’s age and low mileage, time‑based inspections are essential. Inspect the front bellows for cracks or perishing material that could permit water ingress into the engine bay, and look for any signs of oil or coolant leaks around the engine and transmission. Check the condition of the suspension bushes, especially the lower front arm bushes noted as worn, for any looseness, knocking or uneven tyre wear that would indicate impending replacement. Examine the tyre sidewalls for age‑related cracking, dry rot or hardening, regardless of tread depth, and assess the 12 V battery for sulphation or reduced cranking power, as batteries deteriorate with calendar age even when not heavily used. Finally, confirm that the service history includes regular fluid changes – engine oil, coolant, brake fluid and gearbox oil – because fluids can break down over time and affect component longevity. A thorough test drive listening for clunks, vibrations or exhaust irregularities will help reveal any latent issues before purchase.