2010 Land Rover Range Rover 4.4L Diesel · MJ08 HOW

The vehicle shows a consistent history of developing mechanical defects that suggest maintenance is deferred until inspection intervals. In the most recent test in April 2026 at 143,364 miles, the car passed with an advisory for thin rear brake pads. This directly mirrors the same advisory from the March 2025 test at 139,017 miles, indicating that these components were not replaced between tests. While the vehicle remains roadworthy, the recurring failure to address brake wear and minor steering leaks suggests a reactive rather than proactive approach to mechanical upkeep. At 143,364 miles over sixteen years, this Land Range Rover averages approximately 9,000 miles per year, which is consistent with typical annual usage. However, the record reveals a trend of wear in the front suspension and drivetrain components. The 2025 inspection flagged multiple critical areas including a leaking steering rack component, a nearside front suspension arm ball joint with play, and a defective exhaust mounting with a leak. By the 2023 test at 121,560 miles, the prop shaft flexible coupling was also noted as deteriorated. The persistence of these suspension and steering issues across multiple years indicates that the vehicle's chassis components are reaching their service limits. Consumable items and external damage are frequent throughout the record. The windscreen was noted as damaged across the tests in 2022, 2024, and 2025, and the nearside front tyre was found at the 3mm legal limit in early 2025. A prospective buyer should conduct a thorough inspection of the steering geometry and exhaust system, as the history of seepage and leaks points to potential high-cost repair items. The presence of child seats during the 2023 and 2024 tests also hindered full inspections of the seat belts, which should be verified manually during a physical check.