2016 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 3.0L Diesel · SP03 LES

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the most recent MOT test indicates a sudden decline in maintenance standards compared to previous years. While the car maintained clean records between 2022 and 2024, the September 2025 test at 101,048 miles revealed multiple defects. The presence of a severely deteriorated offside rear drive shaft CV boot and two rear tyres reaching the legal tread limit suggests a shift from proactive maintenance to reactive repairs as the vehicle entered higher mileage brackets. The mileage pattern is consistent with typical usage for a vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 10,000 miles per annum. There is a significant jump of 15,103 miles between the September 2024 test at 85,945 miles and the September 2025 test at 101,048 miles. This period of higher use likely correlates with the wear observed on the consumables in the latest report, as the vehicle had no recorded defects during the previous 9,000-mile interval. A buyer must prioritize a physical inspection of the rear suspension and drivetrain components to ensure the deteriorated CV boot has not caused internal damage to the drive shaft joint. The tester also noted worn rear brake discs in 2025, which, while not a failure, indicates the braking system is nearing replacement intervals. Given the advisory regarding uneven edge wear on the rear tyres, a professional check for wheel alignment issues or worn suspension bushes is necessary to prevent premature tyre degradation.