2014 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 3.0L Diesel · S6 WTL

The vehicle's most recent MOT test on 2 October 2025 resulted in a pass, with only two advisories recorded. One relates to a child seat obstructing inspection of the nearside rear adult seatbelt, which is an administrative observation rather than a mechanical concern, and the other notes corrosion of the central rear exhaust heat shield, which is a common age-related issue on a vehicle of this vintage. Looking at the broader pattern across the documented test history, the maintenance trend is broadly stable with isolated flare-ups rather than a clear deterioration. Two failures appear in the record, the first on 7 October 2024 due to an airbag system warning lamp indicating a fault, and the second on 7 October 2022 for insufficient windscreen washer fluid and excessively worn suspension arm pins or bushes on both front sides. In both cases the vehicle was returned and passed on subsequent tests within days or weeks, which suggests that the issues were addressed promptly rather than left unresolved. Taken as a whole, the absence of any recurring structural or braking failures points to a vehicle that has been kept in reasonable mechanical order, though the advisories on front brake components and rear heat shield corrosion indicate areas that will require attention. Annual mileage works out at approximately 7,229 miles per year across the twelve-year life of the vehicle, which is broadly typical for a large luxury SUV of this age and consistent with mixed private and light use. The recorded progression between test dates suggests reasonably steady accumulation rather than any extended periods of standing, which is beneficial because Range Rover Sport vehicles are known to suffer from seized brake calipers, perished rubber components, and premature corrosion when left unused for long periods. Steady usage of this nature typically keeps the drivetrain, suspension, and braking components working through their intended duty cycles, although it also means that consumable items such as brakes, tyres, and fluids will have accumulated wear in line with the recorded odometer reading. At 86,750 miles, the vehicle sits comfortably within the working life of its major mechanical assemblies, provided that servicing has been carried out at appropriate intervals. The advisories on the front brake discs and pads from October 2024 are particularly relevant for a prospective buyer, as they indicate that the friction material was approaching the end of its useful life at the last test. On a test drive, listen for any brake shudder under firm pedal application, which would suggest that the discs have worn beyond their service limit and now require machining or replacement, and pay attention to any pulling to one side under braking, which can indicate uneven pad wear or a sticking caliper. Given that these advisories are now approximately twelve months old, the pads are almost certainly due for renewal, and the discs should be closely inspected for lipping and minimum thickness. The 2022 failure relating to suspension arm pins or bushes on both front sides is also worth verifying; on a test drive, listen for clonking or knocking noises from the front suspension over speed humps, uneven road surfaces, and during full-lock manoeuvres, as bushes of this design can deteriorate again once replaced, particularly on a vehicle of this weight and age. Beyond the documented MOT record, a physical inspection should focus on age-related items that may not yet have appeared in test outcomes. Check all four tyres for sidewall cracking or perishing, as rubber degrades with calendar age regardless of tread depth, and confirm that the sidewall date codes are within ten years. Examine the brake discs for surface rust, particularly if the vehicle has been standing, and verify that all calipers release cleanly without any binding that would cause uneven pad wear. Inspect the underside, including the rear exhaust heat shield noted in the latest advisory, for any further corrosion that could spread to load-bearing structural components, which is a known concern on Range Rover Sport chassis. Confirm the service history stamps in the book, paying particular attention to brake fluid changes which should occur every two years regardless of mileage, coolant renewal intervals, and the condition of the timing belt or chain service if applicable to the engine variant. Finally, verify that the supplementary restraint system warning lamp fault from October 2024 has been properly diagnosed and rectified, as unresolved airbag system faults can indicate deeper electrical or sensor issues within the restraint system that warrant professional inspection.