2020 Land Rover Range Rover Sport HST D Mhev A 3.0L Diesel · T12 TKT

A pattern of brake disc degradation and a historical tyre failure defines the mechanical record of this vehicle, despite a clean pass on 22 May 2026. While the 2023 test was clear, the 2024 and 2025 inspections revealed issues with tyre sidewall integrity and subsequent pitting and scoring of both front and rear brake discs. The most recent result suggests these items have been addressed, but the recurrence of brake-related advisories indicates a trend of surface corrosion and wear. The recorded mileage of 33,089 miles is low for a six-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,515 miles per year. This usage profile is consistent with the brake disc pitting and scoring noted in the November 2025 test, as vehicles with low annual mileage are more susceptible to surface corrosion on braking components due to infrequent high-temperature cycles. The consistency of the testing intervals suggests the vehicle has remained in active use rather than suffering from prolonged periods of total dormancy. Attention should be directed toward the braking system during the inspection. Given the previous advisories for pitted and scored discs and a fluctuating nearside front service brake, a test drive should focus on detecting any pedal judder or steering wheel vibration under moderate to heavy braking. Any unevenness in braking force or a pull to one side would indicate that the previously flagged fluctuation or disc wear persists. While the 2024 failure for tyre cuts reaching the cords was resolved, the buyer should verify the current condition of all tyres to ensure no other sidewall damage exists. The absence of defects in the May 2026 test is a positive indicator, but the history of brake surface degradation means a physical inspection of the disc faces for remaining pitting or scoring is necessary to confirm they have been replaced rather than simply cleaned.