2019 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 3.0L Diesel · MR55 PRM

The most recent DVSA examination on 5 August 2026 resulted in a PASS with no advisories or defects recorded, which is the most favourable possible short term outcome. However, the history immediately preceding this shows a cluster of failures and advisories that warrant careful scrutiny. On 3 August 2026 a retest failure was recorded for a deep cut on the offside front tyre and two minor brake hose defects, while on 20 May 2026 the vehicle failed on an inoperative or malfunctioning Engine Management Indicator Lamp and an airbag Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp fault, both of which are major category defects. The rapid succession of MOT activity within a three month window, including two failures followed by a pass, suggests the vehicle has been the subject of an active repair campaign rather than reflecting steady, preventative maintenance. The overall trend is therefore one of intermittent but addressable defects rather than systemic neglect, although the safety related items should be properly verified as rectified before purchase. With 82,125 miles recorded over a 2019 registration, this Range Rover Sport is covering approximately 11,700 miles annually, which sits broadly in line with UK averages for a vehicle of this age and class. There is no evidence in the supplied data of prolonged standing or of unusually high motorway accumulation. That said, Land Rover products of this generation are known to be sensitive to irregular use, and the chassis, air suspension components, drivetrain seals and brake calipers can degrade whether a vehicle is used heavily or left idle for extended periods. Mileage alone is not a reliable indicator of condition on this marque; corroborating service history and evidence of regular fluid changes for the engine, transmission, transfer box, front and rear differentials, and brake fluid should be examined in detail. The recurring advisories across the 2025 and 2026 MOT entries give a clear picture of wear pattern and impending maintenance. Brake pad material on both axles was reported wearing thin in May 2025, with the front discs also noted as pitted or scored on their inner faces, so a prospective buyer should expect brake pads and potentially discs to be due for replacement or to require attention imminently. All four tyres were flagged as worn close to the legal limit in May 2026 and an offside front tyre was subsequently rejected for a cut exposing ply or cords in August 2026, indicating that a full set of replacement tyres should be budgeted for. The minor advisory on the nearside front suspension ball joint dust cover being severely deteriorated in May 2026 is particularly relevant on a Range Rover Sport; perished ball joint boots allow water and grit ingress, accelerating joint wear. On a test drive, listen for clonks or knocking from the front suspension over speed humps and uneven surfaces, and check for uneven inner or outer tyre wear which often accompanies failing suspension joints. Beyond the recorded MOT items, several age and usage related inspections are essential on a seven year old Range Rover Sport. Given the May 2026 fault involving the Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp, confirm with the seller or a diagnostic scan that the airbag system has been properly investigated and cleared, as persistent SRS faults can indicate crash history, seat belt pretensioner faults, or wiring corrosion beneath the seats. The Engine Management Lamp issue on the same date also requires verification that any underlying fault codes have been resolved rather than simply extinguished. Physically inspect the exhaust system for corrosion around the mounting points and joints, examine the underbody and chassis for surface rust or structural corrosion particularly around suspension turrets and the rear subframe, and check the underside of the vehicle and engine bay for any signs of oil or coolant leaks consistent with age. Test that all four electric windows, the panoramic roof if fitted, climate control, infotainment, and Terrain Response settings operate correctly, as electrical faults are common on this generation. Finally, verify that the 12 volt battery is recent, confirm the condition of the air suspension reservoir and bags for leaks or sagging at rest, and request evidence that all time based services such as brake fluid, coolant, and transmission fluid have been carried out within their recommended intervals regardless of the odometer reading.