2005 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 2.7L Diesel · MH05 AXP

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a pattern of reactive rather than preventative care. While the most recent test in October 2025 at 178,470 miles passed without new advisories, previous records show a persistent trend of deteriorating suspension and braking components. The trend appears stable in terms of passing tests, but the recurring nature of mechanical wear suggests that components are only addressed once they reach the point of failure. At 178,470 miles, this 21-year-old Land Rover has averaged approximately 8,500 miles per year, which is consistent with typical annual usage for its age. The data shows consistent travel between September 2022 and 2025, with the vehicle covered over 22,000 miles in three years. The 10,170-mile gap between the two most recent tests indicates the owner maintains a regular usage pattern, however, the high cumulative mileage places significant stress on the complex air-link suspension and drivetrain inherent to the Range Rover Sport. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the control arms and bushes. The front and rear suspension arm bushes were flagged in 2022, 2023, and 2024, indicating that while parts have been replaced, the system remains prone to rapid wear. The 2023 failure involving a split CV boot and a twisted brake hose further highlights issues with rubber components and hydraulic lines under stress, which should be checked for fresh leaks or grease ingress in the driveshaft joints. The braking system requires close attention due to the 2022 report of corroded brake pipes covered in grease, alongside the 2023 failure for thin pads on both rear axles. Given the age and mileage, the buyer should verify the integrity of the brake lines along the chassis to ensure corrosion has not progressed beyond surface level. The 2025 test was also hampered by a child seat preventing a full inspection of the adult belt, meaning the condition of the rear nearside matting remains unverified by the latest MOT record.