2005 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 2.7L Diesel · OY55 OKS

The vehicle presents a mixed maintenance picture. The most recent test on 15 December 2025 at 139,891 miles resulted in a pass, yet the tester still flagged a worn and pitted rear brake disc alongside a nearside rear service brake grabbing slightly. That same nearside rear brake grab appeared in the December 2024 pass and the December 2024 fail, indicating a persistent issue that has not been fully resolved despite repeated attention. The trend is therefore stable but incomplete: major suspension defects identified in December 2024 were rectified before the retest, yet the braking fault lingers across three consecutive tests. Mileage accumulation is consistent with typical use for a 2005 vehicle. The recorded 139,891 miles equates to roughly 6,661 miles per year. Progression from 131,286 miles in December 2023 to 136,092 miles in December 2024 shows approximately 4,806 miles covered in twelve months, then a further 3,799 miles to the December 2025 test. No anomalous gaps or sudden spikes appear in the record, suggesting regular rather than sporadic use. A buyer should focus inspection on the rear braking system. The recurring nearside rear service brake grabbing, combined with a worn and pitted rear disc noted in the latest test, points to a possible sticking caliper, collapsed brake hose, or uneven pad deposition. Have a technician measure disc thickness, check caliper slide pin operation, and inspect the handbrake mechanism on that side. The front suspension also warrants close scrutiny. Both front lower suspension arm inner rear bushes were excessively worn in December 2024 and only replaced to pass the retest, so check for fresh components and any play that may have returned. Uneven inner front tyre wear flagged in 2023 suggests alignment or bush-related geometry drift; verify current tyre condition and request a four-wheel alignment check. Finally, inspect the offside rear anti-roll bar linkage ball joint area for any renewed wear, as that joint was excessively worn in the 2024 failure and should have been replaced.