2011 Land Rover Sport 3.0L Diesel · SK11 LDN

The vehicle presents a borderline roadworthiness state with a maintenance history showing a trend of reactive rather than proactive care. While the most recent test in August 2023 at 144,293 miles resulted in a pass, it followed a failure just one day prior. The tester identified an offside front wheel bearing with play, an exhaust leak, and a hazardous nearside cab step. Given that nearly three years have passed since this last MOT, the vehicle is currently operating on an expired certificate, and the mechanical condition of flagged components likely deteriorated significantly. The recorded mileage of 144,293 miles over 15 years averages to approximately 9,600 miles per annum, which is consistent with typical usage for a Land Rover Sport. There is a notable gap in data between July 2021 and August 2022, where the vehicle covered over 11,000 miles in thirteen months. However, the interval between August 2022 and August 2023 shows a more rapid accumulation of 13,600 miles per year. This consistent usage puts steady pressure on the heavy-duty suspension and drivetrain components characteristic of this model. A buyer must prioritise a physical inspection of the front suspension and structural integrity. The history reveals recurring issues with anti-roll bar linkage ball joints in 2022 and a wheel bearing in 2023, suggesting the steering assembly is nearing its wear limit. The reported corrosion on the sidesteps in 2022 warrants a thorough check of the chassis mounting points for deeper structural rust. Additionally, the presence of an oil leak noted in 2021 and the exhaust leak from 2023 should be verified to ensure they have not evolved into more significant mechanical failures.