2017 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 3.0L Petrol · W11 CAS

The vehicle most recently passed its MOT on 20 July 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded, which represents a clean bill of roadworthiness at the time of test. Looking at the broader pattern across the recorded MOT history, the overall trend is broadly stable but warrants measured scrutiny. Earlier tests between 2021 and 2023 produced recurring advisories relating to brake wear, tyre condition, and the persistent fitment of engine covers and undertrays that restricted full visual inspection. The absence of any recorded defects in 2024, 2025, and 2026 suggests that previously identified wear items have been addressed or have not yet progressed to advisory level, but the clean recent results must be read alongside the long-term advisory history rather than in isolation. A prospective buyer should treat the absence of recent advisories as encouraging but not conclusive, given that undertray fitment has historically obscured lower-component condition. With a recorded mileage of 60,758 miles over approximately nine years, this Range Rover Sport is averaging around 6,751 miles per year, which is broadly typical for its age and class. There are no conspicuous mileage gaps in the MOT record that would imply long periods of standing, nor are there sudden jumps that would suggest an inconsistent odometer reading. Steady, moderate annual usage of this kind is generally favourable for maintaining component health, particularly for items such as the air suspension, drivetrain seals, brake calipers, and battery, which can suffer from prolonged inactivity. The mileage level itself is modest for a vehicle of this age, meaning that major drivetrain components such as the engine, transmission, and four-wheel-drive system are unlikely to be approaching high-mileage wear thresholds, although calendar-based degradation of polymers, fluids, and electrical components remains a relevant consideration. Given the advisory history pointing to rear brake wear in 2023 and consistent tyre-related advisories on both axles in 2021 and 2022, a prospective buyer should undertake a careful physical inspection of the braking and tyre systems prior to purchase. The 2023 advisories noted rear brake pads wearing thin and rear brake discs showing pitting or scoring, and although the vehicle has since passed two further tests without related advisories, brake discs that have been surface-corroded or scored can continue to deteriorate, particularly if the vehicle is used for occasional short journeys. On a test drive, listen for any rear brake grinding, shuddering under light pedal pressure, or uneven retardation, and inspect the discs visually for lip formation at the outer edge and any blueing from heat. The 2022 advisories for both rear tyres worn close to the legal limit and the 2021 advisories for age-related cracking on all four tyres indicate a vehicle that may have sat on ageing rubber compounds, and even if replacements have since been fitted, the wheels and arches should be inspected for any evidence of uneven tread wear suggesting alignment or suspension geometry issues. Beyond the brake and tyre history, the repeated fitment of undertrays and engine covers during MOT tests means that the condition of underbody components, suspension arms, anti-roll bar bushes, and exhaust system has never been fully verified by the testing station. On a physical inspection, the buyer or a professional should request removal of the undertrays to allow full visual access to the front and rear subframes, coil springs, air suspension struts and compressors if fitted, and the exhaust downpipes for any signs of corrosion or weeping joints. Given the vehicle's age, particular attention should also be paid to the condition of the 12V battery, the brake fluid and coolant which degrade over time regardless of mileage and are typically due for renewal on a calendar basis, the air conditioning compressor and condensers which can suffer from seal failure, and the timing chain or drive belts depending on engine variant. A full Land Rover service history with documented fluid changes, air suspension diagnostics, and electronic module updates would significantly strengthen buyer confidence in what is otherwise a complex and ageing premium SUV.