2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 3.0L Diesel · OV61 GGF

The vehicle most recently passed its MOT on 14 April 2026 with no advisories or defects recorded, indicating that the issues flagged in earlier tests were addressed at that point. However, the preceding history shows a fluctuating pattern rather than a consistently improving or worsening trend. The April 2025 test passed clean, but a serious brake pipe corrosion failure occurred just twenty-eight days later on 1 April 2025, requiring remedial work on the offside rear, nearside rear, and the rear section of the front-to-rear brake line. The September 2024 test included two dangerous defects, namely a fractured nearside front road wheel and a nearside front tyre below the legal tread limit, alongside advisories for worn front brake discs and a corroded offside rear suspension mounting area. The 2023 pass was broadly clean but flagged front tyre edge wear, slight corrosion on a power steering pipe, and a damaged rear light lens. Overall, this is a vehicle that has had intermittent but recurring concerns around braking system corrosion, suspension component condition, and tyre wear, with the most recent test now showing a clean result. With 123,451 miles recorded over approximately fifteen years, the annual mileage of around 8,230 miles is broadly typical for a vehicle of this age. There are no extended gaps in the MOT record to suggest prolonged periods off the road, and the mileage appears to have been accumulated steadily. For a Range Rover Sport of this vintage and mileage, this level of use is generally sufficient to keep mechanical components turning over and lubricants circulated, which can help mitigate some of the standing-related corrosion risks. Nevertheless, components such as suspension bushes, coil springs, anti-roll bar links, brake calipers, and drivetrain mounts will have accumulated wear consistent with high overall mileage, and the buyer should anticipate that major service items may now be due or approaching, including timing chain inspection, automatic transmission fluid changes, and transfer box servicing, all of which are known wear points on this model. Given the recurring brake pipe corrosion flagged across the 2024 and 2025 tests, a prospective buyer should thoroughly inspect the underside of the vehicle for any signs of brake line deterioration, particularly along the front-to-rear run and at the rear axle connections where road salt and moisture collect. The advisories concerning scored and pitted brake discs from 2024 suggest the discs may have been renewed at the 2025 or 2026 test, so it is worth confirming the date and mileage of any replacement and inspecting the current discs for lipping, shudder under braking, and any signs of binding calipers from infrequent use. The offside rear suspension mounting corrosion advisory from 2024 also warrants close attention; on a test drive, listen for clonks or knocks over uneven surfaces, which would indicate worn bushes, top mounts, or further progression of corrosion in the suspension turret. Uneven inner-edge tyre wear was flagged on both front and rear axles in 2025, pointing to potential tracking misalignment, worn suspension geometry components, or sagging springs, all of which are common on a Range Rover Sport at this age and mileage. Beyond the recorded defects, this fifteen-year-old vehicle requires careful physical inspection for age-related deterioration regardless of mileage. Tyre sidewalls should be examined closely for perishing and cracking, which occurs from age rather than wear and can lead to sudden failure even with adequate tread depth. The 12V battery should be tested for cranking performance, as batteries typically require replacement every five to six years. Brake caliper slide pins and pistons are prone to seizing on vehicles that have seen periods of light use, so each corner should be checked for smooth operation and even pad wear. Coolant, brake fluid, and power steering fluid should all be considered for replacement based on calendar age rather than purely on mileage, and verifying recent service history stamps will be essential to confirm whether the timing chain, oil pump, and transfer box have received their recommended attention. Finally, a thorough underbody inspection is strongly advised given the documented brake pipe and suspension corrosion history, as Land Rover chassis components, fuel lines, and undertrays are all susceptible to oxidation and may require professional appraisal before purchase.