2015 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 3.0L Diesel · LS64 RMV

The most recent MOT, carried out on 17 September 2025, was passed with no recorded defects, indicating that the vehicle currently meets the statutory safety and emissions standards. Over the last six years the record shows a single failure in February 2019 for a severe front‑tyre cut, a brake‑disc advisory in June 2020, and tyre‑perishing advisories in September 2024, but the last two years have been clear. This pattern suggests that any earlier issues have been addressed and that the vehicle’s maintenance trajectory is now stable, if not modestly improving, provided the outstanding tyre condition is remedied. With 39,370 miles logged since its first registration in 2015, the average annual mileage works out at roughly 3,600 mi, well below the UK average for a vehicle of this age. Such low utilisation often points to periods of limited use or extended storage, which can be as consequential as high mileage. Light use reduces wear on consumables such as brakes and clutch, yet it can also allow moisture to settle in the suspension bushings, corrosion to develop on under‑body components, and the battery to lose charge cycles, all of which merit close inspection. The tyre advisories from the 2024 MOT highlight that the near‑side rear, off‑side rear and off‑side front tyres were noted as slightly damaged or perishing. Even if the tyres have been replaced since then, the buyer should verify current tread depth on all four wheels, inspect the sidewalls for cracking, bulging or dry‑rot, and look for uneven wear that could indicate mis‑alignment or worn suspension components. During a test drive, listen for any thumping or vibration that may betray a hidden tyre defect, and feel for pull or wandering that could betray alignment or steering rack wear. The 2020 brake‑disc advisory, although not flagged as a failure, suggests the discs were already showing pitting; the buyer should examine disc surface for deep scoring, check pad thickness, and ensure there is no pulsation or shudder when applying the brakes, especially on the front axle where the earlier tyre failure occurred. Given the vehicle’s age and low mileage, the buyer should also conduct age‑related checks: confirm that the 12‑volt battery is capable of holding charge and that the terminals are free of corrosion; inspect the coolant, brake fluid and power‑steering fluid for colour and clarity, as time can degrade these fluids even without high mileage; look for any signs of rust or corrosion on the chassis, suspension arms and exhaust system that can develop during long periods of inactivity; and verify that the service book contains regular oil changes, filter replacements and any manufacturer‑recommended time‑based interventions such as timing‑belt or chain inspection. A thorough visual and auditory examination, complemented by a short road‑test, will reveal whether the vehicle’s low‑usage advantage has been preserved or if hidden age‑related deterioration needs addressing before purchase.