2014 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 3.0L Diesel · SX02 ADE

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance trend shows a concerning decline in proactive care. While it passed the most recent test in May 2026 at 145,368 miles, it failed just weeks prior due to a supplementary restraint system warning lamp and multiple tyre defects. This failure indicates that critical safety components like the airbag or sensor system were ignored until the inspection. The shift from a clean record in 2024 and 2025 to a multi-fault failure in 2026 suggests a lapse in oversight. At 145,368 miles, the vehicle has averaged approximately 12,000 miles per year over its twelve-year life. This represents consistent high-mileage for a Range Rover, which places significant strain on the drivetrain and air suspension components. Between April 2024 and May 2025, the car covered 6,627 miles, showing a period of lower usage. However, the rapid accumulation of 5,774 miles between the 2025 and 2026 tests tests suggests that while the vehicle is driven regularly, basic consumable maintenance is being deferred. A buyer must prioritise a physical inspection of the supplementary restraint system to ensure the fault has been properly rectified, as SRS faults often stem from expensive sensor or seat belt module failures. The recurring issues with worn tyres in 2023 and 2026 demonstrate a pattern of only replacing parts when they reach legal or failure limits. Given the high mileage and age, a thorough check of the air suspension bellows for leaks and the inspection of suspension bushes for perish is essential, as these are common points of failure at this interval.