2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 3.6L Diesel · VX09 KHA

The vehicle cleared its most recent MOT on 8 May 2026 at 165,979 miles, but the pass is qualified by several advisories – slight play in three anti‑roll‑bar linkage ball joints, side‑wall damage on the nearside front tyre, a cut on the offside rear tyre, and thin front brake pads. The pattern of a fail on 6 May 2026 followed by a pass two days later indicates that the faults are being addressed rather than ignored, suggesting a maintenance trend that is stable but reliant on timely corrective work. At 165,979 miles the Range Rover Sport averages roughly 9,800 miles per year over its 17‑year life, which sits comfortably within normal usage for a vehicle of this age. The MOT record shows a steady mileage progression: 159,884 miles in June 2024, 163,849 miles in May 2025, and 165,877 miles in early May 2026. No significant gaps or abrupt spikes appear, implying consistent annual running rather than long periods of inactivity that could conceal hidden deterioration. A prospective buyer should give particular attention to the suspension and braking systems flagged repeatedly. The slight play noted in the nearside front, nearside rear and offside rear anti‑roll‑bar ball joints points to wear in the bushings or joints that could affect handling if left unchecked. The thin front brake pads and the previously recorded rear brake binding warrant a thorough inspection of pad thickness, caliper operation and disc condition. Tyre side‑wall damage and the cut on the offside rear tyre, together with tread at the legal limit, demand a close visual check and likely replacement. Although no structural rust was recorded, a visual survey of chassis and under‑body panels is advisable to confirm the absence of corrosion that might not surface in MOT testing.