2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 3.0L Diesel · SA54 DAS

A remarkably unblemished test record defines this 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport, which most recently secured an unadulterated pass on 29 August 2025. Over the last several years of testing, the vehicle has demonstrated an exemplary trend of structural and mechanical compliance, passing cleanly in 2022, 2023, and 2024 without a single advisory notice issued. The single administrative blip on the record, an isolated failure on 31 August 2023 that was immediately rectified on the same day without recorded defects, suggests a minor procedural or swiftly corrected rectification rather than any systemic mechanical decay. This consistent run of clean passes indicates that the major safety-related systems have been consistently maintained to a high standard. Accumulating just 74,356 miles over its fourteen-year lifespan yields an average of roughly 5,311 miles per year, placing this Range Rover well below the national typical mileage for a large diesel or petrol luxury SUV of this era. This lighter-than-average usage profile means the mechanical components have experienced fewer cumulative duty cycles than most of its contemporaries on the road. However, prospective buyers should verify service interval documentation alongside the odometer reading to ensure that fluid changes and preventative maintenance were carried out on a time-based schedule rather than neglected due to low annual mileage. Given the weight and complexity inherent to the platform, a rigorous physical inspection and a focused test drive remain essential prior to purchase. Although the MOT history is completely devoid of suspension, brake, or structural corrosion advisories, a vehicle of this age and pedigree demands careful scrutiny of its heavy-duty running gear. During the test drive, listen closely for any clunks, knocks, or excessive float over speed humps and uneven road surfaces, which would point to wear in the heavy lower control arms, anti-roll bar links, or air suspension components. Pay careful attention to the braking response under foot, ensuring the heavy vehicle pulls up in a straight line without any pedal judder or binding calipers that could indicate neglected braking assemblies. Finally, inspect the engine bay and undercarriage for any signs of fluid weeping or active leaks from the turbochargers, steering rack, or differential units, as low mileage does not exempt high-end machinery from aging rubber seals and gaskets. Verify that all electrical features, including the air suspension height adjustment settings and four-wheel-drive terrain response systems, function correctly across their full operational range. Ensuring these complex systems operate seamlessly will safeguard against immediate post-purchase expenditure and confirm that the vehicle's pristine MOT history translates directly into reliable real-world roadworthiness.