2016 Land Rover Range Rover 4.4L Diesel · N5 JRU

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT on 1 June 2026 at 148,497 miles. The maintenance trend is stable, though the most recent test required a failure and subsequent pass to correct headlamp aim. The absence of advisories in the 2025 and 2026 passes suggests a period of diligent upkeep, contrasting with earlier years where multiple defects were flagged. Mileage accumulation has accelerated significantly in recent years. The car covered roughly 14,000 miles between June 2019 and June 2020, but the gap between June 2023 and June 2026 shows an increase to approximately 45,000 miles. This high annual average puts additional stress on the drivetrain and suspension components, which is typical for a vehicle of this age and usage profile. A buyer should pay close attention to the braking system and chassis. The tester flagged corroded rear brake pipes in both the June 2022 test at 84,731 miles and the May 2024 test at 121,862 miles. While these were recorded as advisories, the recurrence over a two-year span indicates a persistent issue with corrosion along the suspension arms. This suggests a vulnerability to road salt or environmental wear that may require a thorough inspection of all brake lines for structural integrity. Suspension wear is another area for scrutiny. The June 2020 test at 60,856 miles noted a worn front anti-roll bar bush. Given the high mileage since that entry, a physical check of the suspension bushes and coil springs is necessary to ensure the vehicle has not developed excessive play or sagging. The history of thin brake pads in 2021 and tyre damage in 2024 suggests a reactive rather than proactive approach to consumables in the mid-life of the vehicle.