2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 3.0L Diesel · NJ59 VPX

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, having passed its most recent MOT on 6 November 2025 at 123,541 miles. While the vehicle has maintained a consistent passing record, the most recent advisory regarding an offside rear tyre worn close to the legal limit suggests a pattern of reactive rather than proactive consumable maintenance. This follows a minor stop lamp failure recorded in the November 2024 test at 119,827 miles, indicating that while the vehicle remains functional, minor electrical and tyre maintenance issues recur periodically. The mileage accumulation is consistent with the vehicle's age, averaging approximately 7,267 miles per year. The record shows steady progression from 31,659 miles in September 2012 to the current 123,541 miles. There are no significant gaps in testing or periods of prolonged inactivity evident in the data. This steady usage pattern suggests the vehicle has been in regular service rather than sitting idle, which helps mitigate some risks associated with long-term component seizure, though it does mean mechanical wear is cumulative. A prospective buyer should focus physical inspections on the underside and braking system. The October 2018 test flagged corroded nearside and offside rear brake pipes, and the 2020 and 2021 tests noted surface corrosion on the underside. Although these issues have not resulted in recent failures, the presence of corrosion on a high-mileage Land Rover warrants a thorough check of the chassis and brake lines for structural integrity. Recurring advisories for tyres worn on the edges in 2020, 2021, and 2025 also suggest potential geometry or suspension alignment issues that should be verified. Suspension components require attention due to historical play in the anti-roll bar pins and bushes noted during the 2012 failure. While no recent suspension defects appear in the record, the age and mileage of the vehicle make the condition of bushes, ball joints, and dampers a priority. Given the history of tyre wear and previous brake pipe corrosion, a detailed inspection of the braking hardware and the condition of the rear suspension setup is necessary to ensure no underlying mechanical degradation has developed between the recorded tests.