2017 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 3.0L Diesel · Y15 OCK

The vehicle’s most recent MOT test on 2025-12-05 at 93,828 miles passed without any defects, confirming it remains roadworthy under current DVSA standards. The absence of advisories or recurring failures across the last three tests—including the 2024-12-04 pass at 76,622 miles—suggests no persistent mechanical or structural issues. However, the single failure on 2024-11-28 at 76,621 miles, just three days prior to the subsequent pass, warrants scrutiny. This brief gap between tests implies either a minor oversight in pre-test repairs or a component that narrowly avoided failure, such as a marginal brake or suspension issue. Overall, the trend is stable, with no evidence of worsening conditions, but the proximity of the 2024 failure to the pass test raises caution about potential hidden wear. The recorded mileage progression shows consistent usage, averaging around 10,425 miles annually—a rate typical for a vehicle of this age and type. There are no extended periods of inactivity or abrupt spikes in mileage, which would otherwise indicate neglect or heavy usage. The most notable interval is between the 2022 and 2023 tests, where mileage increased by 5,626 miles in just under a year, yet this remains within reasonable bounds for a well-maintained SUV. The lack of gaps exceeding 12 months also suggests the vehicle was regularly serviced, though the MOT record alone cannot confirm full-service compliance beyond emissions and safety checks. Given the clean MOT history, a buyer should prioritise a thorough inspection of suspension components, particularly the rear suspension bushes and coil springs, as these are common wear items on Land Rover models. The 2024 failure—though resolved—hints at a possible brake or steering concern, so binding calipers, worn brake discs, or uneven tyre wear should be checked. Structural integrity, especially around wheel arches and sills, should be examined for corrosion, as aluminium-bodied SUVs are prone to hidden rust. Finally, the exhaust system and emissions controls, while not flagged, should be verified for leaks or degraded catalysts, as these often fail silently over time. No major red flags emerge, but these areas demand close attention to validate the vehicle’s long-term reliability.