2006 Land Rover Range Rover 2.9L Diesel · PD04 MCC

The most recent MOT, carried out on 21 July 2025, was passed with no recorded defects, and the preceding seven annual tests from 2018 to 2024 also returned clean passes. This uninterrupted record indicates a consistently stable maintenance regime rather than any deterioration or improvement trend; the vehicle has evidently been kept in a condition that satisfies the statutory safety and emissions criteria year after year. With a recorded mileage of 156,864 mi on a 20‑year‑old 2006 Range Rover, the average annual usage works out at roughly 7,800 mi per year. This figure sits comfortably within the typical usage envelope for a vehicle of this age and class, suggesting that the car has not been subjected to excessive short‑trip abuse or extreme high‑speed wear. No large mileage gaps appear in the MOT data, implying that the odometer reading is a realistic reflection of actual use and not inflated by long periods of storage. Given the clean MOT history, the buyer should focus on age‑related inspections. Examine all four tyres for sidewall cracking, tread delamination, or dry‑rot, remembering that rubber can deteriorate after six years regardless of tread depth. Inspect the suspension components—particularly the rubber bushings, ball joints, and coil springs—for signs of cracking, excessive play or corrosion, and listen for any clunking or creaking when the vehicle is driven over bumps. The brake system warrants close attention: check disc surface for rust, pitting or scoring, verify pad thickness, and test for any pulsation or shudder under moderate braking, which could indicate warped discs or sticking calipers. Because many Range Rover models feature air‑suspension, confirm that the air struts raise and lower smoothly and that there are no audible leaks from the air lines. Time‑based servicing is equally critical. Even if the mileage is modest, fluids degrade with age; inspect the condition of engine oil, coolant, brake fluid and power‑steering fluid for discoloration, moisture or particulates, and arrange for a full change if service records are absent. Verify the health of the 12‑volt battery, especially if the vehicle has spent periods idle, by checking voltage and load performance. Look for any signs of chassis or under‑body corrosion, particularly around wheel arches, sills and suspension mounting points, as Land Rovers are prone to rust in damp climates. Finally, a thorough test drive should include a check for smooth gear changes, steady steering without vibration, and the absence of unusual noises from the drivetrain, exhaust or HVAC system, all of which will give a clear picture of the vehicle’s current roadworthiness.