2011 Land Rover Range Rover 2.2L Diesel · PF61 FVS

Corrosion and structural integrity dominate the mechanical profile of this 2011 Range Rover. The 2024 test included dangerous and major defects for excessively corroded inner suspension component mounting areas on both nearside and offside rear sills, which significantly reduced structural strength, alongside a dangerously exposed tyre cord on the nearside front. A further major was recorded that same day for a split offside front outer CV boot. These findings form a clear and serious pattern of chassis and drivetrain deterioration rather than isolated wear. The most recent test on 2025-10-06 recorded a pass, but the same fuel tank heat shield corrosion advisory appeared and the same offside front outer CV boot defect returned, this time insufficient to cause an immediate fail but still noted. Earlier records from 2021 also noted reduced rear shock absorber damping effect, and the 2023 test recorded general tyre perishing on front and rear, indicating a recurring theme of ageing rubber, heat shielding, and underbody components. Across seven tests spanning 2020 to 2025 the vehicle has passed three times outright, failed twice, and carried advisories on almost every other occasion. The recorded 91,502 miles over roughly fifteen years equates to approximately 6,100 miles annually, which is broadly typical for a vehicle of this age. There are no extended lay-up gaps in the testing history, with annual MOTs recorded consecutively from 2020 through 2025, suggesting continuous use rather than long periods off the road. That consistency of use does, however, mean that underbody, suspension, and exhaust components have been subjected to ongoing exposure to road salts and moisture without significant rest periods, which aligns with the recurring corrosion advisories on fuel tank straps, heat shields, and rear sill areas. The mileage accumulation appears steady rather than erratic, so high-mileage-specific wear on major drivetrain components should not be disproportionately elevated, but the chassis and underfloor condition clearly warrants direct physical inspection given the mileage alone does not explain the corrosion recorded. Given the documented structural corrosion on both rear inner sills in 2024, a prospective buyer should arrange a full underbody inspection, ideally on a ramp, to confirm that remedial welding has been carried out to a satisfactory standard and that the corrosion has not spread to the rear subframe, outriggers, or brake and fuel pipe runs. Any knocking, creaking, or movement felt over bumps from the rear suspension, particularly on uneven surfaces, would suggest compromised mounting areas that have not been fully addressed. The split CV boot flagged in both 2024 and 2025 indicates recurring failure of that joint, so listen for clicking or popping on full lock turns at low speed and inspect the offside front inner and outer joints for fresh grease contamination or perished rubber. Reduced rear shock damping was noted in 2021, so test for excessive rear-end float, wallowing through corners, or prolonged suspension travel over speed humps, which would indicate the dampers require replacement. The anti-roll bar linkage ball joint play noted on the nearside rear in 2024 should also be checked for any clunking or lateral vagueness during direction changes, and the rear fuel tank straps and cover corrosion should be inspected for any fuel smell, staining, or strap integrity. Finally, the recurring tyre perishing advisories warrant close inspection of sidewall cracking and tread depth across all four corners, paying particular attention to the offside rear which was flagged in the most recent test.