2019 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 3.0L Diesel · PDD 22

A persistent concern regarding oil leakage emerged in the most recent MOT test on 20 March 2026, marking a shift from a period of clean results in 2024 and 2025. While the advisory noted the leak was not excessive, this introduces a specific mechanical variable that was not present in the preceding two years of testing. The overall trend shows a vehicle that maintained a defect-free status for several years before this recent observation, suggesting that while the vehicle has a history of passing without major failures, the presence of an active leak requires immediate attention to prevent further degradation of engine or drivetrain components. The vehicle has covered 79,635 miles over its seven-year lifespan, representing an average annual accumulation of approximately 11,376 miles. This usage pattern is consistent with typical UK driving profiles and suggests the vehicle has not been subject to extreme high-mileage motorway use nor has it suffered from the potential issues associated with long periods of inactivity. Mechanically, this level of mileage implies that consumables such as suspension bushes, brake discs, and tyres will be subject to standard wear, and the recent advisory regarding tyre wear in 2022 aligns with this expected progression of component life. Prospective buyers should focus their physical inspection on the source of the oil leak identified in the March 2026 test. It is necessary to determine whether this is a minor weeping from a gasket or a more significant leak from a seal or oil filter housing. During a test drive, pay close attention to any changes in engine performance, such as hesitation or unusual idling, and check for any scent of burning oil, which could indicate that leaked fluid is contacting hot exhaust components. Additionally, though the 2022 advisory for tyre wear has not reappeared, the tread depth and condition of all four tyres should be verified to ensure they are well within legal limits and not showing uneven wear patterns. The history also includes advisories regarding factory-fitted under trays, which were noted in 2022 and 2023. While these are often standard for Land Rover vehicles to protect components, they can occasionally obscure the visual inspection of the subframe, steering rack, and lower suspension linkages. A thorough underside inspection is recommended to ensure that the recent oil leak has not caused any secondary issues and to confirm that there is no evidence of structural corrosion or damage to the exhaust system that may have been hidden by these covers during previous inspections.