2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport: petrol or diesel?
Petrol, diesel and hybrid versions go wrong in different ways, so each has its own figures from the MOTs these cars had during 2023–2025. Pick the one you’re looking at: the fuel is on the logbook and in the car’s MOT history.
Hybrid versions had too few MOTs for figures of their own, or weren’t sold.
Known faults on every 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
Reported by owners, mechanics and buying guides for this model and age. Check which engine the car has, as some apply to one engine only.
- All engines
Leaks from the tailgate and sunroof
Poor panel fit is common, and leaks from the tailgate and sunroof can play havoc with the electrics.
At the viewing: Look for uneven panel gaps, damp carpets and water marks, and test all the electrics.
Source: Auto Express: used Range Rover Sport (Mk2, 2013-2022) buyer’s guide
- All engines
Many recalls (22)
There have been 22 recalls, covering wiring that can chafe, seatbelt pre-tensioners, loose wheel nuts, doors unlatching, airbags, fuel leaks, brake servo failure and the instrument cluster.
At the viewing: Ask a Land Rover dealer to check the VIN for outstanding recalls.
Source: Auto Express: used Range Rover Sport (Mk2, 2013-2022) buyer’s guide
- Check which engine
Timing chain due every five years (some engines)
Auto Express gives a timing chain change interval of five years or 140,000 miles, about £600 at a dealer with the water pump.
At the viewing: Ask for service records showing the work was done on time.
Source: Auto Express: used Range Rover Sport (Mk2, 2013-2022) buyer’s guide
- Cars on original tyres
Tyres that can’t be repaired
The original Continental tyres have a foam layer to cut noise, so punctures can’t be repaired.
At the viewing: See which tyres it has and how much tread is left.
Source: Auto Express: used Range Rover Sport (Mk2, 2013-2022) buyer’s guide
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Other years
Every year of the Land Rover Range Rover Sport compared
| Year | MOT tests | Most flagged |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | – | Too new for MOT data |
| 2025 | – | Too new for MOT data |
| 2024 | – | Too new for MOT data |
| 2023 | 119 | Tyres 14% |
| 2022 | 5,013 | Tyres 21% |
| 2021 | 14,056 | Tyres 19% |
| 2020 | 23,154 | Tyres 19% |
| 2019 | 33,812 | Tyres 21% |
| 2018 | 32,279 | Tyres 20% |
| 2017 | 30,514 | Brakes 22% |
| 2016 | 32,318 | Brakes 23% |
| 2015 | 32,318 | Brakes 25% |
| 2014 | 25,749 | Brakes 25% |
| 2012 | 17,777 | Brakes 32% |
| 2011 | 15,915 | Brakes 32% |
| 2010 | 16,280 | Brakes 33% |
| 2009 | 13,067 | Brakes 36% |
| 2008 | 12,656 | Brakes 36% |
| 2007 | 15,427 | Brakes 36% |
| 2006 | 16,549 | Brakes 37% |
| 2005 | 9,928 | Suspension 36% |