2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 3.0L Diesel · VO59 TUW

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a consistent trend of reactive rather than proactive care. The most recent test in May 2026 at 144,358 miles passed despite noted corrosion on the chassis and a nearside rear tyre worn to the legal limit. While the structural integrity remains intact for now, the recurring nature of advisories across several years suggests that the owner only addresses faults once they reach an MOT failure point or a legal safety threshold. At 17 years old, the recorded 144,358 miles represent approximately 8,500 miles per annum, aligning with typical usage for this age. The data shows consistent use over recent years, with 3,000 miles covered between October 2023 and November 2024, and another 1,000 miles between November 2024 and May 2026. This steady mileage suggests the vehicle does not sit for long periods, which is generally beneficial for seals and mechanical components in an older Range Rover. A prospective buyer must prioritise a thorough inspection of the suspension and steering due to a persistent history of uneven tyre wear. From 2022 through 2026, the tester repeatedly flagged tyres worn heavily on the inner edges, which typically indicates alignment issues, worn bushes, or failing ball joints. The 2022 advisory regarding a worn offside rear suspension arm bush and the 2024 report of power steering pump seepage further indicate that the steering and handling components are showing signs of age degradation. The structural corrosion noted in the 2026 test requires close monitoring. Although the tester did not find a significant reduction in rigidity, the presence of corroded side steps as early as 2022 suggests that rust is an active issue. A buyer should inspect the underbody for deep scaling rust or thinning mounting points to ensure the current surface corrosion does not progress into a structural failure in the near future.