2009 Land Rover Range Rover 3.6L Diesel · MJ09 LCV

The 2009 Land Rover Range Rover currently holds a valid MOT pass from June 2025, though the maintenance trend indicates a pattern of deferred upkeep rather than proactive care. The vehicle failed its initial test on 16 June 2025 at 94,655 miles due to an excessively damaged offside front outer track rod end ball joint dust cover and a nearside front outer tyre worn on the edge. These issues were rectified to secure a pass the following day. This immediate retest success suggests the faults were known or easily addressed, yet their presence highlights a reactive approach to basic consumable and steering component maintenance. At 94,655 miles, this seventeen-year-old vehicle has covered an average of just over 5,500 miles annually, which is notably low for its age. The recorded mileage shows a steady but slow accumulation, jumping from 67,334 miles in June 2022 to 78,491 miles in June 2023, and then to 87,782 miles in June 2024. This consistent annual increase of roughly 10,000 miles in recent years contradicts the long-term average. This suggests the vehicle may have been used more regularly in its later life or sat dormant for extended periods earlier on. Low annual mileage often masks accelerated age-related degradation in rubber and fluid components. A prospective buyer must prioritize a thorough physical inspection of the braking and suspension systems. Corroded brake pipes have been a persistent advisory since June 2022, affecting both front and rear circuits, with the offside front pipe specifically noted as corroded at the flexi in the wheel arch. Given the vehicle age, this corrosion warrants immediate pressure testing to rule out imminent fluid leaks or structural failure. The suspension history also reveals progressive wear across multiple mounting bushes and ball joints. Advisories in 2023 and 2024 flagged slight play and wear in the rear upper suspension components and front mounting bushes. You should physically check these joints for excessive movement and inspect the under trays, which have been fitted since at least 2022, as they frequently trap moisture and accelerate hidden chassis corrosion.