2016 Land Rover Range Rover 4.4L Diesel · PR11 LLS

The vehicle most recently passed its MOT on 13 November 2025, though this followed a failure the previous day due to dangerously worn front brake pads. Reviewing the wider history, the maintenance trend appears reactive rather than preventative. The presence of multiple dangerous failures, including structural tyre failures and a supplementary restraint system fault in early 2023, suggests that critical safety components have occasionally been neglected until the point of legal failure. With a recorded mileage of 81,143 miles over approximately ten years, the vehicle has averaged roughly 8,114 miles per annum. This usage rate is typical for this class of vehicle and suggests a balanced duty cycle. While there is no evidence of excessive wear from high mileage, the vehicle has reached a stage where long-term wear on suspension bushes, air suspension components, and drivetrain mounts becomes a primary concern, regardless of the moderate annual mileage. Prospective buyers should pay close attention to the braking system and tyre condition. The previous failure for brake pads worn below 1.5mm indicates a lack of proactive replacement; therefore, you should inspect the brake discs for deep scoring or significant lipping, which can lead to brake shudder or reduced efficiency. During the test drive, listen for any metallic grinding or squealing. Given the history of tyre bulges and structural failures, a thorough inspection of all four tyre sidewalls is essential to ensure no new protrusions or perishing are present, and check for uneven tread wear which may indicate misalignment or worn suspension components. Further attention must be given to the electrical and chassis systems. Verify that the supplementary restraint system warning lamp is fully extinguished and request evidence of the repair carried out in 2023 to ensure the airbag system is fully operational. As this is a high-specification luxury vehicle, check the air suspension for any sagging after being parked or audible leaks from the air bags. Finally, ensure the service history is comprehensive, as calendar-based fluid degradation in the gearbox and differentials can occur even with moderate mileage, and verify that the 12V battery is healthy to avoid common electronic faults associated with these models.