2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 5.0L Petrol · SN11 HNF

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance record shows a trend of developing wear in suspension and braking components. The most recent test in November 2023 at 98,351 miles flagged thin rear brake pads and worn front lower suspension arm bushes on both sides. While these issues resulted in a pass, they represent recurring advisories seen in the 2022 test, indicating that these components are reaching the end of their functional service life. The mileage pattern is consistent with a low-use vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 6,500 miles per year. There is a notable period of clean records between 2019 and 2021, where the vehicle covered roughly 5,700 miles without any recorded defects. However, the 15,679 miles driven between November 2022 and November 2023 coincides with the appearance of multiple mechanical advisories, suggesting that the increase in usage or age has accelerated the degradation of rubber-to-metal joints and the braking system. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the front suspension geometry, as the lower arms have been flagged for corrosion and bushing wear across two consecutive years. The presence of corrosion on these arms in 2022 requires a close look to ensure structural integrity is not compromised beyond surface rust. Additionally, the slight oil leak in the rear active control bar noted in 2022 should be verified to ensure it has not progressed into a significant failure, as these hydraulic components are costly to replace.