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2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 3.6L Diesel · R8 TBF

R8 TBF

2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (3.6L, diesel). First registered 19 Jan 2008. Recorded mileage 193,114 miles. MOT expired on 29 Apr 2026.

Make & Model
LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER SPORT
Year / Origin
2008 · Reading
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 29 Apr 2026
Road Tax
Untaxed (01 May 2025)
Recorded Mileage
193,114 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 3.6L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 29 Apr 2026
Tax Status
Untaxed
Tax due 01 May 2025
Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2008
Engine
3630cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle failed its most recent MOT test on 2025-05-01 due to issues with the offside front headlamp aim and an oil leak from the transmission. These failures indicate a worsening trend in maintenance compared to the previous pass on the same day, suggesting ongoing neglect or unresolved issues. The vehicle's mileage of 193,114 miles over approximately 18 years translates to around 10,729 miles annually, which is within a typical range for its age. However, the significant gap between the 2024-02-29 test at 186,282 miles and the 2025-03-06 test at 192,952 miles, covering nearly 7,000 miles in less than a year, could indicate increased usage or potential issues leading to rapid wear. The subsequent tests in May 2025 at the same mileage suggest no further significant travel, implying the vehicle may have been stationary or minimally driven since then. Buyers should inspect the suspension, particularly the nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush, which has shown wear. Additionally, the offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot requires attention, as it has been flagged as both split/insecure and severely deteriorated. The headlamp alignment issues and the spare tyre defect should also be addressed. Furthermore, the recurring problems with tyre wear and cuts suggest that regular tyre maintenance has been neglected, which could lead to further damage or failure. Structural rust and exhaust emissions should be checked, as these components were not specifically mentioned in the MOT but are critical for long-term reliability.

R8 TBF Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 01/05/2025
  • 193,114 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 3 historical MOT failures
  • 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring tyres items (4 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
35
/ 100 · Poor
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Poor

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed
✓ Taxed
✗ Poor MOT pass rate (40%)
! Older vehicle
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R8 TBF Mileage History

  1. 29/02/2024186,282 mi
  2. 29/02/2024186,282 mi
  3. 06/03/2025192,952 mi+6,670 mi
  4. 01/05/2025193,114 mi+162 mi
  5. 01/05/2025193,114 mi

Average of roughly 5,846 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

R8 TBF MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 13 Sept 2026, 02:00
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (R8 TBF) between February 2024 and May 2025.

The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.

The most recent test on 01 May 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (4 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 7 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))”; “Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (”; “Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))”.

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