2017 Land Rover Range Rover 4.4L Diesel · M5 GXV

The vehicle most recently passed its MOT on 27 July 2026 with no defects recorded. While the latest result is positive, the preceding history reveals a period of cumulative wear and a failure in November 2025. The repeated appearance of brake and suspension advisories between 2023 and early 2026 suggests a reactive rather than proactive maintenance approach, although the current clean sheet indicates that the immediate failures and advisories have likely been rectified. With a recorded mileage of 96,692 miles over approximately nine years, the vehicle has averaged roughly 10,744 miles per annum. This usage rate is consistent with typical expectations for this class of vehicle. At this mileage, a Range Rover typically begins to show wear in high-stress areas such as the air suspension components, drivetrain bushings, and braking systems, necessitating a thorough inspection of all rubber-to-metal interfaces and fluid conditions. Particular attention must be paid to the braking system, as records from 2023 through early 2026 consistently highlight wearing pads and worn discs on both the front and rear axles. During a test drive, the buyer should be alert for any brake shudder or uneven pedal feel, which would indicate warped discs. It is essential to verify whether the discs were actually replaced or merely skimmed, as the recurring nature of these advisories suggests a high rate of consumable wear. The suspension and wheel integrity also require scrutiny. The history of a failed ball joint dust cover and worn brake reaction arm bushes points to potential instability in the front end. Listen for clunking or knocking sounds when traversing uneven surfaces or during low-speed manoeuvring. Furthermore, given the previous reports of distorted road wheels and tyre sidewall damage, the vehicle should be driven at motorway speeds to check for steering wheel vibration, and all tyre sidewalls should be physically inspected for structural repairs or bulging.