2013 Land Rover Range Rover 2.2L Diesel · S3 COM

The most recent MOT, conducted on 24 March 2026 at 71,747 miles, resulted in a pass, confirming the vehicle met minimum roadworthiness standards at that time. However, the maintenance trend is not entirely stable. The tester flagged a nail in the Nearside Rear tyre and noted that the same tyre was slightly damaged, cracking, or perishing. This is a recurring issue. The same Nearside Rear tyre deterioration advisory appeared in the April 2024 test at 65,320 miles, suggesting this specific area has suffered from slow punctures or long-term sidewall degradation that has not been permanently resolved. A pass is valid, but the pattern indicates a slow leak or perishing tyre that demands closer inspection. The mileage accumulation is notably low for a 2013 vehicle. Between the April 2023 test at 60,598 miles and the April 2025 test at 68,721 miles, the vehicle covered 8,123 miles over two years, averaging roughly 4,061 miles annually. The jump from 68,721 miles in April 2025 to 71,747 miles by March 2026 shows a modest increase of 3,026 miles in under twelve months. This low-mileage profile typically benefits brake discs, suspension bushes, and drivetrain components from reduced wear, but long periods of standing can cause tyre flat-spotting, seized calipers, and dried-out rubber seals. The record is sparse, with only five tests spanning three years, leaving gaps in service visibility. Buyers should focus on the rear axle and braking system during any pre-purchase inspection. The repeated Nearside Rear tyre damage and puncture suggest a possible slow leak from a corroded rim, a faulty valve, or a compromised inner sidewall. Have a technician check the rear brake calipers for binding, as dragging brakes generate excessive local heat that accelerates tyre perishing. The engine cover and undertray noted in 2023 and 2024 obscuring components is not a failure, but it does mean critical items like suspension mounts, subframe corrosion, and exhaust flanges may not have been visually inspected in those years. Request the undertray be removed to examine the rear suspension bushes, coil springs, and chassis rails for corrosion or cracking. The single failure on 15 April 24 for a non-steady rear fog lamp is a minor electrical defect, likely a bulb or wiring issue that was corrected before the same-day retest. It does not indicate a systemic electrical fault. Overall, the vehicle presents as a low-mileage example with a broadly acceptable MOT record, but the recurring tyre condition on the Nearside Rear is a genuine concern that warrants a thorough physical check before purchase.