2017 Land Rover Range Rover 5.0L Petrol · RF17 EHM

The Range Rover’s most recent MOT, conducted on 28 March 2026 at 81,324 miles , passed without any defects, marking a clean outcome following a brief but puzzling sequence of two consecutive failures in March 2025 and June 2024—both at 76,975 miles and 73,378 miles respectively. The absence of recorded defects in these failures suggests the issues were either minor advisories cleared before retesting or administrative errors, as the vehicle has otherwise maintained a stable roadworthiness trend over the past two years. No recurring mechanical concerns appear in the official DVSA records, though the repeated failures—both occurring within a single day of mileage—raise questions about whether the tester encountered procedural inconsistencies or if the vehicle was temporarily unroadworthy before being rectified. For now, the pattern indicates no deteriorating structural or safety-critical issues, but the buyer should treat the retest anomalies as a red flag to verify the vehicle’s condition was never actually compromised. The Range Rover’s mileage accumulation of 9,036 miles per year aligns closely with average usage for its age, suggesting it has not been subjected to excessive wear from heavy use nor neglected to the point of prolonged inactivity. The most recent test in March 2026 confirms the odometer has advanced steadily since June 2024, when it stood at 73,380 miles , implying consistent but not aggressive driving. The lack of major defects across all MOTs—even during the failed tests—points to a vehicle that has either been well-maintained by previous owners or benefited from robust build quality in its core systems. However, the absence of advisories or defects in the latest records could also mask deferred maintenance, particularly in areas not routinely inspected under MOT criteria, such as differential fluids, transfer case health, or interior wear. Given the clean but irregular MOT history, a buyer should prioritise a thorough inspection of suspension components , including coil springs, anti-roll bars, and bushings , as these are common wear points in Range Rovers that may not always trigger MOT failures until advanced stages. The brake system —particularly rear calipers and discs , given their tendency to bind in off-road vehicles—should be checked for uneven wear or corrosion, even though no MOT defects were logged. Structural integrity is another critical area; while no corrosion or frame damage has been recorded, the vehicle’s age and exposure to UK road conditions demand scrutiny of sill plates, wheel arches, and subframe mounts for hidden rust or fatigue. Finally, the exhaust system and emissions controls should be verified, as even minor leaks or sensor faults could explain the unexplained failures without leaving a trace in the official record.