2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 2.7L Diesel · RJ06 YZR

The vehicle presents a worsening maintenance trend characterized by recurring mechanical failures and neglected consumables. While the most recent test on 13 November 2025 at 148,769 miles resulted in a pass, the vehicle failed just weeks earlier on 23 October 2025. This recent failure highlighted significant issues including excessively corroded brake pipes, worn brake discs, and thin brake pads. The presence of multiple advisories in the latest test, specifically regarding nearside rear brake pipe corrosion and deteriorating CV boots, suggests that while immediate safety failures were rectified, underlying degradation remains an active concern. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 7,400 miles per year. The records show steady usage from 2014 through to late 2025, with the mileage increasing from 82,551 to 148,769 over eleven years. There are no significant gaps in the testing history that would suggest long periods of inactivity, which is positive for preventing seal drying. However, the frequency of failures in recent years indicates that the vehicle is entering a phase of life where component fatigue is accelerating. A prospective buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the braking system and chassis. The MOT history shows a persistent pattern of brake pipe corrosion and worn brake components dating back to at least 2022. The tester flagged the nearside rear brake pipe as corroded and covered in grease in the November 2025 test, a condition that has appeared repeatedly. Additionally, the nearside rear inner drive shaft constant velocity boot has been flagged as severely deteriorated in multiple tests since 2023, indicating a recurring failure to address drivetrain protection. The inspection should also focus on the fuel system and suspension. The 2024 and 2025 records mention a corroded fuel tank shield and a loose fuel tank carrier, which points toward structural oxidation in the underbody. Given the 2022 advisory regarding a worn offside front suspension bush, the buyer should check the entire suspension assembly for play or perished rubber components. Finally, the repeated mentions of defective headlamp lenses and non-functional engine management lights suggest that electrical and lighting maintenance has been inconsistent.