2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 2.7L Diesel · TL07 ARL

The vehicle’s most recent MOT test in October 2025 at 154,783 miles passed without any defects, indicating it currently meets minimum roadworthiness standards. However, the history reveals a concerning pattern of suspension and drivetrain issues, particularly on the offside. The October 2022 failure exposed critical weaknesses: severe corrosion and structural compromise to the offside rear suspension arm, a compromised ball joint dust cover on the front offside upper arm, and persistent tyre wear on the same offside rear. While no further failures have been recorded since, the 2023 and 2022 tests still flagged a perishing driveshaft gaiter and an oil leak—both indicative of neglected fluid maintenance and potential drivetrain degradation. The absence of defects in the last two tests suggests these issues may have been addressed, but the recurrence of offside-specific problems warrants scrutiny. The vehicle’s mileage progression averages around 8,146 miles per year, which is typical for its age. There are no significant gaps between tests, with each MOT occurring within a few days of the previous year’s due date, suggesting consistent registration and testing. The 2022 failure at 132,112 miles was followed by a rapid 15-mile increase to the next test, which may indicate a rushed or incomplete repair before retesting. This pattern, combined with the persistent offside issues, implies that while the vehicle has been driven regularly, critical maintenance—particularly around suspension integrity and fluid systems—has not been consistently prioritised. A buyer should prioritise an independent inspection of the offside suspension components, including the rear arm for corrosion and the front upper arm ball joint for dirt ingress and wear. The driveshaft gaiter from 2023 should be checked for perishing or leaks, and the central rear oil leak from 2022, though deemed non-excessive, should be verified as resolved. Tyre condition remains a recurring issue, particularly on the offside rear, so tread depth and edge wear must be reassessed. Finally, the absence of recent advisories or defects does not guarantee long-term reliability—structural rust, especially in suspension and chassis areas, and the integrity of the oil system should be thoroughly examined.